The Supreme Court did not take a case involving Jesus Herrera-Salazar, who argued he was wrongly prosecuted twice for illegally being in the U.S. Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch warned that the case showed serious constitutional problems with double jeopardy protections. They said the government’s approach risks punishing someone repeatedly for the same crime.
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Jesus Herrera-Salazar was prosecuted twice for being “found in” the U.S. illegally without leaving the country between charges.
The first prosecution came after Herrera-Salazar was removed from the U.S., and he served prison time.
After release, he was restricted to the Eastern District of Oklahoma and was later charged again after a traffic stop.
Herrera-Salazar argued the second prosecution violated the Fifth Amendment’s Double Jeopardy Clause, which protects against being tried twice for the same crime.
The Tenth Circuit Court ruled against him, treating the two charges as different offenses.
Justices Sotomayor and Gorsuch disagreed, saying this interpretation conflicts with the Constitution.
They noted that Herrera-Salazar’s restricted movement meant he faced criminal charges whether he stayed or left, causing an unfair legal dilemma.
The Supreme Court declined to hear the case because it became moot after Herrera-Salazar was removed from the country, but Sotomayor and Gorsuch warned courts to avoid similar constitutional issues.
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French students have been protesting across the country for three weeks. They want the government to spend more money on education, improve teaching conditions, and hire more staff.
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Protests by French students have continued for three weeks.
Students demand better funding for education, including an extra €10 billion.
They also want improved working conditions for teachers and more staff hiring.
The government proposed hiring 3,000 substitute teachers, but protesters are not satisfied.
Teachers and unions support the student protests.
The protests will likely continue as the government plans budget cuts in education.
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Experts from different countries and groups took part in a simulation to see how the world might handle new technology aimed at cooling the Earth by reflecting sunlight. The technology, called solar radiation modification, could reduce global warming but has many uncertain risks and uneven effects across regions. The simulation showed that governing this powerful but risky technology will be very complicated and urgent.
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The simulation was held at Queen Mary University of London with foreign-relations experts, scientists, military members, and former government officials.
Participants acted as representatives of governments, climate organizations, indigenous groups, and tech companies.
Solar radiation modification works by spraying particles like sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere to reflect sunlight and cool the Earth.
This cooling effect imitates the impact of volcanic eruptions but comes with unknown risks like drying in parts of Africa and stronger storms in the Atlantic.
The cooling lasts only while the technology is active; if stopped, temperatures might rise quickly and unpredictably.
Private companies, including a US-Israeli startup and Elon Musk’s SpaceX, are showing interest and investing in this technology.
Experts warn the world must start planning how to govern solar geoengineering within the next decade.
The simulation took place over made-up meetings set from now until 2028, showing how pressure to use these technologies could grow quickly.
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Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa, for the first time in 14 years. Their visit came after more than 70,000 migrants arrived suddenly in July, causing tension with Morocco and raising concerns about the city’s ability to handle the situation.
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King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta on October 13, 2026.
This was the first royal visit to Ceuta since 2007.
Over 70,000 migrants entered Ceuta in one day at the end of July 2026.
Ceuta has about 80,000 residents, so the migrant influx nearly doubled the population briefly.
Many migrants left, but thousands stayed in poor conditions, sleeping outdoors.
The local government and authorities cleared camps on the beaches before the royal visit.
Ceuta’s leader called the city a "pressure cooker" due to the crisis.
Spain’s government must follow international laws to check if migrants qualify for asylum.
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The "Egg Hub" program helps small farmers in Africa raise chickens and produce more eggs to improve nutrition and incomes. Started in 2018, it trains farmers, provides birds and feed, and offers interest-free loans to support sustainable food production.
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The program began in Malawi in 2018 and has trained about 190 farmers in Malawi and Ethiopia.
Plans are underway to expand the project to Rwanda and Senegal.
Farmers receive training, quality chicken feed, at least 500 birds, and interest-free loans.
About half the participants are women with some poultry experience.
Eggs provide an affordable source of protein in Africa, where many people face food insecurity.
The program has increased egg production from 40 to 300 eggs per bird per year.
Farmers have seen rising incomes, more eggs for local consumption, lower prices, and loan repayments.
The project aims for long-term food security rather than only short-term aid.
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South Africa has paused refugee and asylum applications after protests against immigrants broke out. The protests followed a court decision that allowed all foreign nationals to apply for asylum, regardless of their legal status.
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A court ruling in South Africa required the government to accept asylum applications from all foreign nationals.
This includes people even if they do not have legal permission to be in the country.
After the ruling, protests against immigrants happened near government offices.
These protests forced the government to temporarily stop taking refugee and asylum applications.
The decision and protests have increased tensions around immigration in South Africa.
The government’s asylum approval process continues but is on hold for now.
The situation reflects ongoing challenges with immigration and public reaction in South Africa.
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The head of Britain’s MI5 confirmed that Russia tried to influence the 2016 Brexit referendum using social media and TV broadcasts. However, he said these efforts were not very advanced and did not change the outcome of the vote.
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Russia used English-language TV channels RT and Sputnik to spread biased anti-EU and anti-immigration messages during the Brexit referendum.
Fake social media accounts run by Russian-linked trolls also tried to influence the vote, mainly on the platform X (formerly Twitter).
The MI5 chief said these Russian efforts were not very sophisticated or effective.
Studies found hundreds of misleading articles and varied estimates of Russian troll activity during the referendum period.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that Russia interfered in the Brexit vote but later clarified he did not say the vote was invalid.
Downing Street confirmed Russian interference in the 2019 UK general election and said it was very likely they also interfered in 2016.
MI5 warned that ongoing debate about this interference risks giving Russia an unintended propaganda win.
The MI5 head emphasized the difference between what Russia tried and what actually affected the referendum.
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Ethiopian federal forces and their allies have entered a key town in northern Tigray near the border with Eritrea after rebel fighters left the area. The situation has caused fear among local residents about possible more violence and instability.
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Ethiopian government forces moved into an important town in the Tigray region.
This town is close to the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
Rebel fighters in the area withdrew before the government forces arrived.
Local people are worried about increased conflict and safety.
The conflict in Tigray has involved different groups fighting for control.
The situation remains tense, with ongoing clashes in parts of the region.
This development is part of a larger conflict affecting northern Ethiopia.
News coverage includes reports from journalists on the ground.
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The U.S. Department of Energy has issued an emergency order for PJM Interconnection to prevent power blackouts in 13 states and Washington, D.C. The order requires PJM to use extra power plants as needed during a period of high electricity demand and equipment maintenance from October 13 to October 16.
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PJM Interconnection manages electricity for over 67 million people in 13 states and Washington, D.C.
The emergency order is to reduce blackout risks caused by warm weather and planned maintenance outages.
The order directs specified power plants to come online to maintain reliable electricity supply.
The order runs from October 13 to October 16, 2024.
PJM expects no direct impact on customers, who are not asked to take action.
On October 13, demand is forecasted at about 111,500 megawatts (MW).
Around 61,591 MW of power generation will be offline on October 14 due to maintenance.
The order helps ensure electricity remains affordable, reliable, and secure during the maintenance period.
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Wild bird populations in the UK have dropped to their lowest levels since records began, with nearly half of native species in decline. Birds that live on farms and near the sea have been the hardest hit, mainly due to changes in farming practices and diseases like avian flu.
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Between 1970 and 2025, the average population of 132 native UK bird species fell by 19%.
Farmland bird populations have decreased by 63% since 1970 and 12% since 2020.
Seabird populations have fallen more than 20% in the last five years, partly due to avian flu.
Species like turtle doves have declined by over 50% in five years and show little sign of recovery.
Some birds, like red kites and firecrests, have increased significantly in recent years.
Changes in farming, including more pesticides and the loss of hedgerows, are major reasons for bird declines.
Conservation efforts have helped some species recover, but experts say more funding and larger-scale action are needed.
Birds are important indicators of environmental health and their loss signals wider problems in nature.
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Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said that artificial intelligence (AI) is a serious and potentially dangerous issue. He proposed slowing down the development of advanced AI and banning artificial superintelligence to better control the technology.
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Abdul El-Sayed is running for Michigan Senate as a Democrat.
He described AI as an "existential threat," meaning it could have very serious consequences.
El-Sayed wants to pause the creation of the most advanced kinds of AI, called frontier AI.
He supports banning artificial superintelligence, a hypothetical AI that is smarter than humans in many ways.
El-Sayed’s comments were made during a close race against Republican former Representative Mike Rogers.
His plan aims to create rules and limits on AI development to prevent harmful outcomes.
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the federal raid on Representative Ilhan Omar’s home, saying there was no good reason for the investigation. The raid occurred three weeks before the upcoming Election Day, and Jeffries said Omar has been unfairly targeted for many years.
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Representative Ilhan Omar’s home in Minnesota was raided by federal agents.
The raid happened about three weeks before the U.S. Election Day.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposes the raid and called it unnecessary.
Jeffries said Omar has been targeted by right-wing groups for around eight years.
The controversy involves political tensions ahead of the election.
Jeffries spoke at a campaign event in New Hampshire.
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Yemen’s Houthi group warned people near Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities and airports to evacuate, calling these sites legitimate targets after Saudi-led forces prepared military action against Houthi-controlled areas. Recent drone and missile attacks by Houthis have caused deaths and injuries in Saudi Arabia, leading some airlines to suspend flights to the region.
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The Houthis told civilians near Saudi oil sites and airports to leave due to potential attacks.
The Saudi-led coalition ordered civilians to evacuate a Yemeni oil station in Houthi-controlled Sanaa before planned military operations.
Explosions were reported in Sanaa after the evacuation order, with Saudi-backed forces striking a Houthi oil facility.
Houthis warned they would respond strongly if Saudi forces attacked Sanaa, threatening targets including Aramco sites and airports in Saudi Arabia.
Attacks on King Khalid International Airport recently killed 14 people and injured over 300.
Several airlines have stopped flights to Saudi Arabia and nearby countries due to security risks.
Saudi Arabia supports Yemen’s government in fighting Houthi forces and recently launched strikes against them.
The conflict is linked to broader regional tensions involving the US and Iran.
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The 2026 Maine Senate race between incumbent Senator Susan Collins and challenger Troy Jackson is the most expensive Senate race per voter in the U.S., with heavy spending from both Republican and Democratic groups. Much of the funding for Collins comes from Republican super PACs and wealthy donors, while Jackson's campaign has substantial but smaller outside support.
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Over $195 million has been spent on advertising for the Maine Senate race.
Republicans have spent about $97 per adult voter; Democrats have spent about $70 per adult voter in Maine.
Major Republican supporters for Collins include the Senate Leadership Fund super PAC and Pine Tree Results PAC.
Dozens of billionaires have donated nearly $10 million to support Collins since 2025.
Troy Jackson’s campaign has not yet filed a financial disclosure report but has received around $19.8 million from the Democratic-aligned super PAC WinSenate.
Nationwide, over $1.6 billion has been spent on Senate race advertising in 2026, led by Ohio and Texas.
A mistaken ad run by a Republican super PAC against Jackson was placed in the wrong city but was quickly corrected.
Maine’s Senate race spending per voter far exceeds other close races like Alaska and Iowa.
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Research from the University of Sydney shows that sexual assault and family violence against Australian children have risen sharply since 2021. The study links the increase to factors like income inequality, online groups spreading harmful ideas about gender, and changes in reporting and awareness.
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Sexual assaults on boys aged 10 to 17 increased by 15.7% since 2021.
Sexual assaults on girls also rose steadily, by 2.8% per year for ages up to 9, and 4.2% per year for ages 10 to 17.
Family violence-related assaults have increased sharply since 2021 after stable trends.
Economic pressures from the pandemic and ending of government financial aid might have contributed to the rise.
Online communities promoting toxic masculinity and misogyny may play a role in increased violence.
The study used data from police, hospitals, and child protection agencies across Australia, covering 2014 to 2024.
Some data is missing or inconsistent between Australian states, making the full picture unclear.
Researchers call for better cooperation across government departments to address violence against children effectively.
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Many companies rushed to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) tools but are now slowing down because of problems like low-quality outputs, errors, and security risks. Some firms are bringing back management staff, increasing training, and restricting AI use while seeking better ways to use AI effectively.
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Meta paused plans to cut jobs and use more AI after employees spent too much time fixing tech and security errors.
Microsoft found that AI often produces repetitive or low-value work, causing frustration among executives.
Walmart employees reported problems with AI task assignments that led to unfair demands and false alerts.
Many companies face productivity challenges despite large investments in AI; 90% of executives say AI hasn't boosted productivity yet.
About one-third of senior AI executives reported AI incidents causing issues like data loss or damage to their company’s reputation.
Some firms (Microsoft, McKinsey, Palantir, Nvidia, Booz Allen Hamilton) are limiting or restricting employee AI use due to security concerns.
Over half of employees say they lack sufficient AI training, and many managers feel less skilled in AI than their teams.
Companies are trying to improve AI use by adding training, bringing back experienced managers, and introducing usage limits.
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Thousands of young people in Brazil are marching in support of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. They are worried about the possible return of former President Jair Bolsonaro’s political group and its effects, especially on education and universities.
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Large protests have taken place in Brazil with many young participants.
Protesters support President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
They fear the return of Bolsonaro’s far-right political movement.
Concerns focus on the future and especially on impacts to education.
The demonstrations happen during a closely watched presidential election.
Bolsonaro’s political style is described as far-right.
The protests show a political divide in Brazil about the country’s direction.
President Lula is the current leader amid this political tension.
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A man was removed from a community meeting in Woodward, Iowa, after protesting plans for a new Microsoft data center. The project is in early planning, and some residents worry about its size, environmental effects, and how the city is handling the proposal.
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Microsoft wants to build a data center campus on about 600 acres in Woodward, Iowa.
The site is in an industrial park and was certified for development in 2018.
The project needs approval from Woodward's City Council before moving ahead.
Microsoft says it will cover all infrastructure costs and aims to avoid raising local electricity prices.
The company plans to create local jobs and support the community through training and nonprofit investments.
At the meeting, a resident asked if people could vote on the project, but the mayor said no, leading to a confrontation where the resident was removed.
Some residents protested outside the meeting, expressing concerns about environmental impact and community changes.
The city restricted the meeting to local residents and checked identification, causing some to question transparency.
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CBS Mornings is offering special deals on products that could help people improve their daily lives. Viewers can visit cbsdeals.com to find and buy these discounted items, with CBS earning commissions from sales through the site.
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CBS Mornings features exclusive deals on various products.
These items are intended to improve everyday lifestyles.
The deals are available through the website cbsdeals.com.
CBS earns a commission when purchases are made via this site.
The promotions are part of the CBS Deals segment on CBS Mornings.
The deals update regularly and cover different types of products.
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Actors Mark Harmon and Austin Stowell talked about playing the same "NCIS" character, Leroy Jethro Gibbs, during different time periods. They shared their experiences on the show in a video interview.
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Mark Harmon plays Leroy Jethro Gibbs on the TV show "NCIS."
Austin Stowell also plays Gibbs, but in a different era of the story.
The actors appeared together in an interview to discuss their roles.
The interview is part of a series called "Between Us."
The discussion was shown on CBS News and lasts about 3 minutes.
"NCIS" is a popular TV series about a team in the Naval Criminal Investigative Service.
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