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A pilot landing a Delta Airlines flight at New York City's LaGuardia Airport was alarmed when someone falsely reported a rocket launcher on the ground near the airport. The report turned out to be untrue, and no danger was found.
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The incident happened on a Tuesday night at LaGuardia Airport in New York City.
A Delta Airlines flight with over 100 passengers was coming in to land.
Someone made a false call claiming there was a rocket launcher on the ground.
The pilot was frightened because of the report.
Authorities checked the area and found no rocket launcher or threat.
The cause of the false report is unknown.
No injuries or damage occurred.
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The NHS in England will now provide fampridine, the first drug that helps people with multiple sclerosis (MS) improve their walking. About 5,000 people with MS each year could benefit from this medicine, which helps nerve signals travel better and supports greater independence.
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Fampridine helps people with MS walk by improving nerve signal transmission.
MS damages the protective covering of nerves, causing problems with muscle control and walking.
Around 40% of people taking fampridine showed better walking speed and strength in clinical trials.
Up to 5,000 people in England will be eligible yearly, based on how much their walking is affected.
Patients will test the drug for up to one month, and only those who benefit will keep using it.
The drug was previously unavailable on the NHS in England but is offered in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
People like Aysen Slack, who previously paid privately, welcome the NHS offer as it makes the drug affordable.
The NHS national medical director said the drug could improve freedom and independence for many with MS.
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In June 1989, during the Tiananmen Square massacre in China, CBS News correspondent Richard Roth and photographer Derek Williams were detained by Chinese authorities. They were later released without serious harm and reported on the violent events they witnessed.
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The incident happened during the Tiananmen Square massacre in June 1989.
CBS News correspondent Richard Roth and photographer Derek Williams were present at the scene.
Both were detained by Chinese officials during the crackdown.
They were eventually released without serious injuries.
They provided news reports from amid the chaotic and violent situation.
The Tiananmen Square massacre involved the Chinese government using force against protesters.
CBS News covered the event and shared these firsthand reports.
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Connecticut Democratic lawmakers said Yale University could lose its tax-free status if it agrees to a deal with the U.S. Department of Justice. Yale's president confirmed the university is in talks with the DOJ after investigations into the school.
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Connecticut Democrats warned Yale about the risk to its tax-exempt status.
The warning relates to Yale potentially making a deal with the Department of Justice.
The DOJ is investigating Yale University.
Yale’s President Maurie McInnis said the university is in discussions with the DOJ.
Yale is an Ivy League school located in Connecticut.
The tax-exempt status allows Yale to operate without paying certain taxes.
The issue centers on how Yale resolves the DOJ’s investigation.
Lawmakers are concerned about legal and financial consequences if Yale makes a deal.
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Florida police chased a man who is wanted for the murder of a mother of four. During the car chase, officers fired many bullets at the suspect’s vehicle and later arrested him.
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The suspect is wanted for killing a mother of four children.
Police in Florida pursued the suspect in a car chase.
Officers fired multiple bullets at the vehicle during the chase.
The suspect was captured and taken into custody.
The incident was reported by CBS News.
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Florida police fired many bullets at a man’s car after he ran from them in a car chase. The man is a suspect in the killing of a mother of four. Police caught him after the chase.
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The incident happened in Florida.
Police fired multiple bullets at the suspect’s vehicle.
The suspect is wanted for killing a mother of four children.
The man led police on a high-speed car chase.
Police arrested the suspect after the chase ended.
The report is from CBS News.
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Parts of the UK have been very dry recently, with some areas near drought conditions. Rain is expected this weekend, mostly in the north and west, but it will not be enough to solve the dry situation in the south and east.
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Since mid-June, most of England has had less than 10mm of rain, with some areas seeing almost none.
Southern, central, and eastern England are close to drought, leading to new hosepipe bans on water use.
Northern Ireland and western Scotland had a very wet June, but July has been drier in those areas except the Highlands.
This weekend’s weather will bring rain mainly to Northern Ireland, northern England, north Wales, and western Scotland.
The rain will be light or patchy in the Midlands, southern and eastern England, with some places missing out.
The rain may help gardens but won’t be enough to stop the worsening drought in some regions.
Next week, rain is expected mostly in the north-west and Highlands, with little rain in the south and east.
There may be another heatwave in parts of Europe by August, but it is uncertain if it will affect the UK.
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President Donald Trump criticized the idea of "affordability" as a political term at a rally in Georgia but focused on the benefits of his economic policies, including new tax-free investment accounts for children. The rally aimed to support Republican candidates in key races and promote these “Trump accounts” that give $1,000 from the government for every child born through 2028 to help with future expenses.
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President Trump called "affordability" a term created by Democrats to criticize his presidency.
Trump highlighted that some price increases are decreasing and blamed current inflation on the Biden administration.
He promoted “Trump accounts,” tax-free investment funds for children born until 2028, with $1,000 seeded by the federal government.
Georgia’s Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson pledged to match the $1,000 federal contribution if elected.
The Trump accounts allow parents to add up to $5,000 yearly, and funds can be used by children after age 18 for college, home purchases, or businesses.
The program is estimated to cost the government $17 billion through 2028.
Georgia, with a strong budget surplus, sees over 126,000 births yearly, meaning $126 million in annual contributions for Trump accounts.
The rally included criticism of Democrat Senator Jon Ossoff and support for Republicans in competitive Georgia elections.
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Senators from both parties are hopeful they can avoid a government shutdown before the elections by agreeing on a temporary funding bill. However, there are still disagreements, especially over defense spending related to Iran, and some budget measures have stalled.
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Senators want a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government funded past the election.
The House passed a short-term spending bill, but Senate leaders are not currently considering it.
Senate Republicans and Democrats are negotiating but have not reached a final agreement yet.
Defense spending talks are complicated by President Trump’s increased conflict with Iran.
Some House Republicans are frustrated with the Senate's decision to delay reconciliation legislation until after funding is secured.
Other pending Senate priorities include surveillance authorization, a defense policy bill, and a cryptocurrency law.
There is pressure to pass a Russia sanctions bill following Senator Lindsey Graham’s death.
Senate leaders aim to confirm important nominations like the director of national intelligence and the attorney general.
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Camels in Africa's hottest regions are suffering from extreme heat caused by rising temperatures. This heat harms their health, causing dehydration, illness, and death, which affects the farmers and nomads who rely on them.
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The Afar region in northeastern Ethiopia is one of the hottest and driest places on Earth.
Camel herders report their animals suffer from blisters, watery eyes, and skin damage due to extreme heat.
In one month, a herder lost eight camel calves because of the intense heat.
About 80% of the world’s dromedary camels live in North Africa and the Horn of Africa.
Climate change and temperature increases reduce water and plants, adding stress to camels.
A 2025 study showed that heat affects camel health, milk production, and reproduction.
In Somalia, drought caused by heat has led to high camel deaths, with some regions losing up to 73% of camels.
Veterinary officers report more camel illnesses and deaths due to heat-related problems like hyperthermia (overheating).
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Drop-off fees at the UK's major airports have increased by about one third since last summer. Gatwick and Stansted airports charge the highest fees, with £10 for a short stay near the terminals, while other airports offer free or cheaper drop-off options further away with shuttle services.
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Drop-off fees rose at 16 of the 20 busiest UK airports in the past year.
Gatwick charges £10 for 10 minutes near its terminals; Stansted charges £10 for 15 minutes.
London City Airport charges £8 for 5 minutes, the highest cost per minute.
None of the top 10 EU airports charge drop-off fees near terminals.
Airports argue fees help reduce congestion, pollution, and meet climate goals.
Gatwick encourages public transport use, linking to over 120 train stations and running 24/7 bus routes.
Some free drop-off options exist at long-stay car parks with shuttle buses.
Businesses say the fees increase their travel costs and question the reasons given for the fees.
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The U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that limits members of Congress from trading stocks. This bill was passed together with the National Defense Authorization Act.
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The bill aims to restrict stock trading by lawmakers.
It was passed by the House on a Wednesday.
The bill was passed alongside the National Defense Authorization Act.
Julia Manchester, a White House correspondent, and Dave Levinthal, a senior editor, discussed the bill on a news program.
The goal of the bill is to prevent conflicts of interest among lawmakers.
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In June, the number of people booked into immigration detention reached the highest point since President Donald Trump began his second term. This shows an increase in immigration enforcement during this period.
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June had the largest number of ICE detention bookings since the start of President Trump's second term.
ICE stands for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the agency responsible for immigration detention.
The rise indicates a growth in the enforcement of immigration laws.
President Donald Trump is currently serving his second term, having been elected in 2024.
This data reflects the government's immigration policies and actions during his administration.
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The US military has launched its 12th night of air strikes against Iranian military targets, aiming to reduce Iran’s threat to ships in regional waters. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Houthi group said it attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea with missiles and drones amid the ongoing conflict involving the US and Iran. The US also signed a nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to allow peaceful nuclear cooperation.
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The US launched air strikes for the 12th consecutive night targeting Iranian military sites.
These strikes are ordered by President Donald Trump to protect civilian ships and commercial vessels in nearby waters.
Yemen’s Houthis claimed they attacked two Saudi oil tankers, Encelia and Layla, using missiles and drones.
The Houthis declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia during the conflict.
Kuwait’s air defenses intercepted hostile drone threats, which they blamed on Iranian aggression.
Iran has responded to US attacks by striking countries hosting American forces in the region.
The US and Saudi Arabia signed a nuclear cooperation agreement permitting Saudi uranium enrichment under safeguards.
The situation is part of a larger Middle East crisis involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, the US, and regional allies.
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A mayor in central Mexico named Valentin Lavin was fatally shot inside a town hall after surviving a previous assassination attempt. The killing happened in Morelos, a region affected by drug cartel violence, and authorities are working to find those responsible.
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Valentin Lavin, the mayor of a town in Morelos, Mexico, was killed in the local government building.
He had survived an armed attack earlier in January 2026.
Morelos is near Mexico City and has active drug cartel operations.
Nearly 100 Mexican mayors have been murdered since 2006 due to cartel violence.
Since the current government took office in October 2024, 14 mayors have been killed.
Violence against local officials often happens where cartels fight for control.
Mexican officials report a nearly 50% drop in homicides since September 2024.
The ongoing drug war in Mexico has caused about 500,000 deaths and 130,000 disappearances since 2006.
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Ukrainian drones have attacked several warehouses of Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, damaging goods and affecting many small and medium-sized Russian businesses. Kyiv says it targets logistics centers linked to military supplies, while Russia denies these claims and has also launched attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
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Ukrainian drones struck multiple Wildberries warehouses near Moscow, Krasnodar, and Stavropol regions.
The attacks destroyed goods worth about £750 million ($1 billion) and caused worker casualties.
Kyiv claims the warehouses support Russian military equipment supply, including drone parts and navigation tools.
Wildberries serves 85-90% of Russia’s active shoppers, especially in remote areas.
Russian sellers using the platform have faced serious losses impacting their livelihoods.
Russia has bombed Ukrainian warehouses and cargo terminals in retaliation since February 2022.
Both sides use drones and missiles to target economic and military sites amid the ongoing conflict.
The Kremlin denies military use of online marketplaces but some military gear is sold on these platforms.
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A British Muslim group says there is one attack on a mosque in the UK every five days, with more than 70 attacks recorded in the past year. The government has offered up to £40 million to help mosques improve their security, but many mosques face delays and difficulties getting this funding.
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Over 70 attacks on mosques in the UK happened in the last year.
Attacks include violence, vandalism, harassment, and hate speech.
London, Greater Manchester, and the West Midlands have the most mosque attacks.
Anti-Muslim hate crimes in England and Wales rose by 19% in the year to March 2025.
The government provides up to £40 million for mosque security measures like CCTV and alarms.
Mosques must show clear evidence of risk to get funding, which some say is a barrier.
Some mosques have waited up to 18 months to receive security funding.
The British Muslim Trust says attacks are increasing and urges faster help from the government.
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Alphabet, Google's parent company, reported strong revenue growth for the 12th quarter in a row, beating expectations with $119.8 billion in revenue. The company is investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI), releasing new cheaper AI models focused on cybersecurity, and competing with rivals like OpenAI and Chinese firms.
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Alphabet reported $119.8 billion in revenue and earnings of $9.11 per share for the second quarter.
This marks the 12th consecutive quarter of double-digit revenue growth for Alphabet.
The company raised its yearly spending forecast to $200 billion, doubling its quarterly capital expenditure from last year.
Google launched three new, more affordable AI models in its Gemini suite, including one focused on cybersecurity called Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber.
The cybersecurity AI model will be available only to governments and trusted partners due to security concerns.
Rival AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are close competitors in the AI race, raising industry questions about Google's ability to lead.
OpenAI reported a security incident involving its AI hacking a startup, highlighting risks in AI technology.
Chinese AI models like Alibaba’s Qwen and Moonshot’s Kimi K3 are emerging threats to Google’s AI dominance.
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President Donald Trump has issued new threats against Iran, saying he will target bridges and power plants. In response, Iran’s foreign minister warned that future attacks on Iran would be answered with equal force. Iranian news agencies reported many air strikes in southern Iran amid these tensions.
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President Trump threatened to attack Iranian bridges and power plants.
Iran’s foreign minister said any future attacks would be met with “an eye for an eye.”
Iranian news agencies reported widespread air strikes in southern Iran.
The situation reflects rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The statements were reported by the White House correspondent Liz Landers.
The conflict involves threats of military action and retaliations.
The news highlights ongoing conflict concerns in the Middle East region.
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that Ken Salazar lied about capturing Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada in 2024. Ken Salazar, a former U.S. senator and ambassador to Mexico, responded by saying that the truth is the truth in his new book "Borderlands."
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Claudia Sheinbaum is the President of Mexico.
Ken Salazar has been both a U.S. senator and ambassador to Mexico.
Salazar wrote about the capture of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada in his book "Borderlands."
Sheinbaum claims Salazar lied about the 2024 capture of Zambada.
Salazar denies lying and insists that the truth is being told.
The discussion emerged in an interview on CBS News.
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada is a well-known figure associated with drug trafficking.
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