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Kat Lieu created a recipe for Rice Krispie Treats with black sesame and miso flavors. This recipe appears in her new cookbook called “108 Asian Cookies,” which gives a new twist to traditional treats by adding Asian ingredients.
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The recipe uses black sesame seeds, black sesame paste, and red miso to add unique flavors to Rice Krispie Treats.
Kat Lieu developed this recipe inspired by her childhood memories and her mother’s liking for Rice Krispie Treats.
The brown butter is cooked until it has a nutty aroma before marshmallows are melted into it.
The marshmallow mixture is combined with the black sesame ingredients and cereal to make the treats.
The mixture is pressed into a cake pan lined with parchment paper, then left to set before cutting.
The cookbook “108 Asian Cookies” features a variety of recipes that blend Asian flavors with classic desserts.
The recipe offers an Asian twist on a popular Western treat by adding flavors typical in Asian cooking.
Preparing the treats takes about 55 minutes from start to finish.
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A mother and daughter drowned at West Mersea beach in Essex after being swept out by a very strong tide. Other family members were injured, including a seven-year-old boy who is in critical condition in hospital.
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Shelina Rahman, 41, and her daughter Sameeha, 15, drowned on Wednesday at West Mersea beach.
Six family members were paddling in the water when a strong tide knocked them off their feet.
A seven-year-old boy named Musa was airlifted to a London hospital and remains on life support.
Three other people were taken to hospital by ambulance after the incident.
Bystanders, including Craig Lowe, tried to rescue the family and performed CPR.
The family said there were not enough warning signs about dangers in the water.
Local councils have said they will install water safety signs at the beach in the future.
The victims were trying to help Musa when they got into trouble in the water.
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Three people were killed and four others hurt, including a toddler, during a shooting at a food festival in Seattle. Police believe two people were involved; one has been caught and the other is still at large.
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The shooting happened at the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle around 6 p.m. local time.
Three people died: two men aged 19 and 44, and a woman aged 56.
Four people were injured, including a 2-year-old child; all wounded are in stable condition.
Police say two suspects were involved; one surrendered, and the other is still being searched for.
The suspect in custody is described as a "young person," but no further details were given.
Seattle Police say there is no current threat to the public from this incident.
The shooting was recorded accidentally by a vendor livestreaming a video.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson called the event a tragic and violent incident and noted recent gun violence in the city.
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A man drove a van into a crowd at an LGBTQ+ parade in Berlin, Germany, killing one person and injuring many others. Police identified the suspect as someone with extreme views and shot him dead at the scene.
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The attack happened at an LGBTQ+ parade in Berlin.
One person was killed and several others were hurt.
The suspect drove a van into the crowd deliberately.
Police say the suspect held extreme beliefs.
The suspect was killed by police after the attack.
The incident took place on a Saturday.
Authorities continue to investigate the motive and details.
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The United States has stopped military strikes against Iran after 13 days because talks between the two countries appear to be making progress. A recent poll shows that over half of Americans feel uncertain and frustrated about the conflict with Iran.
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The U.S. paused strikes on Iran following 13 consecutive days of attacks.
The pause comes as negotiations between the U.S. and Iran seem to be improving.
More than half of Americans say they feel unsure and frustrated about the U.S.-Iran conflict.
The information about public opinion comes from a recent CBS News poll.
The news was reported by Kathryn Watson and Anthony Salvanto for CBS News.
This development indicates a potential de-escalation in tensions between the two countries.
The pause in strikes allows more time for talks to possibly reach a resolution.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for spreading hate. Netanyahu reacted after Mamdani called him a war criminal.
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Netanyahu said Mamdani is promoting hate.
Mamdani is the mayor of New York City and a member of the Democratic Party.
Mamdani accused Netanyahu of being a war criminal.
Netanyahu said Mamdani should represent all New Yorkers, including Jews, Christians, and Muslims.
Netanyahu made these remarks during an interview on Fox News.
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U.S. immigration authorities, known as ICE, plan to increase efforts to find and detain Haitian immigrants. This comes after a Supreme Court decision ends Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 300,000 Haitians, removing their legal right to stay in the country temporarily.
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ICE will step up operations targeting Haitian immigrants.
The change is happening after a Supreme Court ruling.
The ruling ends Temporary Protected Status for Haitians.
More than 300,000 Haitians will lose their protected status.
Temporary Protected Status allowed Haitians to live and work legally for a limited time.
The new restrictions take effect starting this week.
The decision affects Haitian immigrants currently living in the U.S. under TPS.
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A car drove into a crowd at a LGBTQ+ Pride event in Berlin, Germany, causing one death and nearly 30 injuries. The police searched for the suspect, who was later shot and killed on Sunday.
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The incident happened during a LGBTQ+ Pride event in Berlin.
A car rammed into the crowd, killing at least one person.
Nearly 30 people were injured in the attack.
Thousands of people gathered in Berlin following the event.
Police conducted a manhunt for the suspect after the attack.
The suspect was shot and killed by police on Sunday.
CBS News reporter Chris Livesay provided the latest updates on the situation.
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Saba Rabah from Gaza achieved the highest score in Palestine’s national high school exams. She succeeded despite the war in her area, which caused her family to be displaced and led to the death of her father.
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Saba Rabah is a student living in Gaza.
She scored the highest in Palestine’s national high school exams.
Her family was forced to leave their home due to the ongoing war.
The conflict has caused many difficulties, including bombings in Gaza.
Saba’s father died during the war.
Despite these challenges, she completed her studies and excelled in the exams.
The article highlights her achievement amid difficult and dangerous conditions.
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A recent CBS News poll shows that most Americans want President Donald Trump’s administration to end the war with Iran. Over two-thirds of those surveyed said the war should stop immediately.
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The poll was conducted by CBS News.
It took place a few months before the U.S. midterm elections.
Most Americans disapprove of the ongoing war with Iran.
More than 66% of people surveyed want the Trump administration to end the war.
The poll reflects public opinion on U.S. foreign policy toward Iran.
The survey results may influence political discussions ahead of the midterms.
The news report was presented by journalist Nancy Cordes.
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An attack during Berlin Pride killed one woman and injured at least 29 people. The main suspect, Abdul Ballout, was shot and killed by police; he had a history of criminal behavior, radicalization, and was previously sentenced for preparing violent acts but was released under probation.
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The attack at Berlin Pride happened on Saturday night, causing one death and many injuries.
Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German citizen with Lebanese roots, was identified as the main suspect and killed by police.
Ballout had criminal records and had been linked to Islamist radicalization.
In 2025, Ballout tried to join the Islamic State group in Syria but was arrested in Lebanon and imprisoned for three months.
After returning to Germany, he was sentenced to a juvenile prison term of nearly two years for preparing violence, but his sentence was suspended and he was released under probation.
German officials and politicians expressed shock and questioned why Ballout was free given his history.
Experts and politicians suggested Germany's laws on terrorism and juvenile justice may need changes to better protect the public.
Investigations are ongoing into how Ballout remained free and under what supervision after his release.
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Police have caught Nelson Haase, a retired military officer convicted of kidnapping and murdering Chilean singer Victor Jara in 1973 during Chile’s military dictatorship. Haase fled after his 25-year prison sentence but was captured in the Los Lagos region of Chile.
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Victor Jara, a famous Chilean singer and social activist, was tortured and killed with 44 bullets in 1973.
His death happened shortly after a military coup led by General Augusto Pinochet against President Salvador Allende.
Seven retired military officers were sentenced to prison for Jara’s murder in 2023, with sentences from 8 to 25 years.
Nelson Haase fled when his 25-year sentence was announced but was later captured by police.
Another convicted officer, General Hernan Chacon, died by suicide during an arrest attempt.
Pedro Barrientos, one of the convicted officers, was arrested by U.S. immigration authorities in Florida in 2023.
Chile Stadium, used as a detention center after the coup, was renamed after Victor Jara in 2003.
The dictatorship from 1973 to 1990 caused around 3,200 deaths and disappearances in Chile.
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Two people shot guns at a food festival in Seattle, killing three people and injuring four others. Police are searching for a second suspect involved in the shooting.
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The shooting happened at a food festival in Seattle.
Two people fired guns in a crowded area.
Three people died because of the shooting.
Four other people were hurt.
Police are still trying to find the second suspect.
The incident took place on a Sunday.
Authorities are actively investigating the case.
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Around 600,000 male mosquitoes infected with a natural bacteria called Wolbachia are being released in Washington DC to reduce the overall mosquito population. These males do not bite people, and the bacteria they carry stops mosquito eggs from hatching after they mate.
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About 600,000 male mosquitoes are being released in Washington DC this summer.
The mosquitoes carry Wolbachia bacteria, which occurs naturally.
Male mosquitoes do not bite humans.
Wolbachia prevents eggs from maturing, reducing future mosquito numbers.
Bee Safe Mosquito Control is the first company in the US to offer this method directly to residents.
This technique was previously used only by government agencies or research groups.
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, wants to release 64 million Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes in other states.
The mosquito population is growing due to climate change making it easier for them to survive.
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Australia may build its first new oil refinery in 60 years in Western Australia to reduce reliance on imported fuel. The federal and state governments will spend $4 million on a study to see if this refinery can be built, responding to higher oil prices caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
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Australia currently imports about 90% of its liquid fuels due to refinery closures over the last 25 years.
The Middle East war has caused oil prices to rise, increasing inflation risks worldwide and in Australia.
The federal government and Western Australia will jointly fund a $4 million study to explore building a new refinery.
Only two large oil refineries now operate in Australia: one in Brisbane and one in Geelong.
Building a new refinery would cost billions and likely need ongoing government support to compete.
The proposed refinery project would be led by Perdaman, a multinational company that may get government loans.
The government has a $10.7 billion fuel security plan, including funding for fuel reserves and studies to increase refining capacity.
Some environmental groups oppose expanding oil refineries, wanting a shift away from fossil fuels instead.
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Democrats face a challenge in preventing voters from associating their party with socialism. They believe that if Republicans link the word “Democrat” with “socialist,” it could hurt their chances of winning the presidency.
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Democrats want to stop Republicans from connecting their party to socialism.
The link between “Democrat” and “socialist” is seen as harmful by Democrats.
This issue is important for the upcoming presidential election.
Republicans use the term “socialist” to criticize Democrats.
Democrats see this as a strategy that could influence voters’ views negatively.
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A group of Senate conservatives, led by Senator Mike Lee, wants to cancel the Senate’s August break to discuss the SAVE America Act. This bill focuses on changing election rules and is President Donald Trump’s top legislative goal.
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Senator Mike Lee from Utah is leading the push to cancel the Senate's August recess.
The reason for canceling the break is to debate the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act is a large bill about election reforms.
President Donald Trump has made this bill his main legislative priority.
Senator Lee publicly asked Senate Majority Leader John Thune to cancel the recess.
The effort reflects a desire among some conservatives to address election-related issues quickly.
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Gunther von Hagens, who created the "Body Worlds" exhibitions showing preserved human and animal bodies, died at age 81 after a brain hemorrhage. He developed a method called plastination to preserve bodies and wished for his own body to be plastinated after his death.
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Gunther von Hagens died at 81 in Heidelberg, Germany, following a brain hemorrhage.
He had Parkinson’s Disease for nearly 20 years.
Von Hagens invented plastination, a technique replacing body fluids with rubber and polymers for preservation.
His "Body Worlds" exhibitions have been seen by over 58 million people worldwide.
He requested his family to plastinate his own body after his death, and they will honor this wish.
Born in Nazi-occupied Poland, he grew up in East Germany and fled to the West in 1970.
His exhibitions sparked controversy and objections from some religious groups.
In 2002, he performed a public autopsy in London, the first in 170 years, which caused debate but no legal action.
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