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Two large tankers carrying Saudi oil to Asia changed their route after Yemen’s Houthis blocked Saudi ports near Bab al-Mandeb, a key shipping passage. This move threatens the flow of oil from Saudi Arabia, pushing some buyers to consider longer and costlier routes through the Suez Canal and around Africa.
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Two tankers carrying 2.8 million barrels of Saudi crude oil reversed course in the Red Sea due to a Houthi blockade.
The blockade targets Saudi ports near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital route for shipping oil from the Red Sea.
Saudi Arabia was using the port of Yanbu on the Red Sea to bypass disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The Bab al-Mandeb blockade threatens this alternative route, increasing risk to Saudi oil exports.
Asian oil buyers are considering shipping oil through the Suez Canal, then around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, which takes longer and costs more.
The longer route could delay oil delivery and increase shipping expenses, potentially limiting Saudi Arabia’s export capacity.
The Strait of Hormuz is already disrupted by conflict between the U.S. and Iran, reducing oil and gas shipments through the area.
Saudi Arabia managed to reroute about 64% of its oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz through the Red Sea port of Yanbu in June.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that students in 10 more health-related fields will get financial help during their mandatory work placements under the government’s paid work experience program. This expansion starts July 1, 2027. The Labor Party is also debating key policies, including tax changes on gas exports, and the party’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict during its national conference.
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Students studying clinical psychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, paramedicine, radiography, pharmacy, rehabilitation therapies, audiology, and podiatry will receive up to $338.60 per week during placements.
The program currently supports students in teaching, nursing, midwifery, and social work only.
The expansion responds to a petition signed by 43,000 people advocating for allied health placements to be supported.
Labor’s national conference includes debates on tax policies like increasing taxes on gas exports and rolling back fuel tax credits.
The party faces internal debate about its official position on the Israel-Palestine conflict, with pressure from pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups.
Security is increased at the conference due to planned protests related to the Israel-Palestine issue.
Albanese will emphasize practical solutions focused on cost-of-living support and future planning in his conference speech.
Kate Ellis is becoming the new Labor Party president during the conference.
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China’s efforts to pressure countries in Latin America through trade and business are facing new challenges because of a policy called the new Monroe Doctrine. This policy aims to reduce China's influence and control in the region.
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China has used trade and business tactics to influence Latin American countries.
The new Monroe Doctrine has been introduced to counter China’s pressure in the region.
This policy seeks to limit China’s commercial control in Latin America.
The new Monroe Doctrine marks a change in how countries respond to China’s actions there.
The article suggests that China’s economic power in Latin America is now weaker because of this policy.
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Tropical Storm Bertha is moving through the Gulf of Mexico. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano provides the latest forecast on the storm’s expected path.
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Tropical Storm Bertha is currently in the Gulf of Mexico.
The storm’s path is being tracked closely by weather experts.
Rob Marciano, a CBS News meteorologist, shares updates about Bertha.
The forecast helps people understand where the storm is headed.
Tracking storms is important for safety and preparation measures.
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A British woman named Isabel Rose was sentenced to six years in prison in Hong Kong for blackmail and interfering with justice after she falsely accused a British banker of rape. Rose had traveled to Hong Kong in 2024, made the rape allegation, and demanded money from the banker, but the court found her claims untrue.
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Isabel Rose, 26, from London, went to Hong Kong to visit a British banker she met in Southeast Asia.
She accused the banker of rape but was later charged with blackmail and perverting the course of public justice.
The court found her rape claim was "completely fabricated" and that she tried to get money from the banker.
Forensic tests did not confirm the rape allegation.
Rose asked for £5,000 and then £100,000 from the banker, which the court ruled was blackmail.
She was kept in Hong Kong for almost two years before her trial.
The judge said Rose showed no remorse and called her actions “wicked” and “evil.”
Campaigners highlighted concerns about how courts judge behavior after sexual assault, noting trauma can cause unpredictable actions.
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The U.S. Treasury Department found $99 million in payments linked to people who have died. These payments were stopped and sent back to federal agencies so they could check them before any money was paid out.
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The Treasury Department identified $99 million in payments connected to deceased individuals.
These payments have not been sent out yet.
The funds were returned to federal agencies for further review.
The review aims to prevent improper payments to people who are no longer alive.
This action is part of oversight to protect government funds.
The Treasury is working to ensure accuracy before releasing payments.
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Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the northern Gulf of Mexico and is moving westward toward the northern Gulf Coast. The National Hurricane Center warns it could bring flooding, strong winds, and dangerous surf conditions from Florida to Louisiana and possibly Texas over the next few days.
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Tropical Depression Two strengthened into Tropical Storm Bertha, the second named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Bertha is moving west at about 5 mph and expected to continue that way through Friday.
Maximum sustained winds near 50 mph with higher gusts; gradual weakening expected.
Tropical storm conditions are forecast from the Florida Panhandle to southeastern Louisiana, including New Orleans.
Coastal flood warnings are in effect for Louisiana and Mississippi with moderate flooding expected.
Storm surge could raise water levels 1 to 4 feet above normal in some coastal areas if coinciding with high tide.
Rainfall of 1 to 4 inches expected, with some areas possibly getting up to 6 inches, risking flash flooding.
Dangerous surf and rip currents will affect the northern Gulf Coast over the next several days.
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A recent poll shows President Donald Trump’s approval rating among men has dropped to its lowest point ever. Overall, 36% of Americans approve of President Trump’s job, while 60% disapprove, indicating challenges for him and the Republican Party ahead of future elections.
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President Trump’s net approval rating among men is -22, the lowest recorded during either term.
Men have usually been one of President Trump’s strongest supporter groups.
Overall, 36% of Americans approve of President Trump’s job performance; 60% disapprove.
The poll shows Democrats leading Republicans by 5 points on a generic congressional ballot.
52% of people describe President Trump as “dangerous,” and 49% say he is “corrupt.”
Only 41% approve of how President Trump is handling crime, down from a +12 net approval earlier.
Majority of respondents think President Trump is too old for the presidency (52%) and lacks honesty (60%).
62% feel President Trump does not care about people like them.
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Daniel Siad, a modeling scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead in his home near Paris. French authorities have started an investigation to find out the cause of his death.
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Daniel Siad was involved in the modeling industry.
His name appeared many times in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's files.
Siad’s body was found in Colombes, a suburb northwest of Paris.
French prosecutors confirmed his death and are investigating the cause.
The discovery happened on a Monday.
News outlets covering the story include BBC and Le Monde.
The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be released.
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Elon Musk announced that his AI platform, Grok Imagine, will create a historically accurate movie adaptation of Homer’s Odyssey. This comes after the successful release of director Christopher Nolan’s version, which Musk has criticized for its casting choices.
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Elon Musk said Grok Imagine will produce a full-length and historically true film of The Odyssey before the end of the year.
Musk shared a short video clip showing AI-generated scenes from Grok Imagine featuring Odysseus and the nymph Calypso.
Musk criticized Nolan’s film casting, especially the choice of actors Lupita Nyong’o and Elliot Page.
Nolan’s Odyssey film earned $264 million worldwide during its opening weekend and received a 97% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Lupita Nyong’o responded to criticism by saying the cast represents the world and chose not to engage with negative comments.
Christopher Nolan called the backlash “irrelevant” because people judged the film before seeing it.
Nolan expressed skepticism about AI replacing human creativity in filmmaking, calling it largely rejected by the public despite investor interest.
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Jessica Morgan has been named the new director of Tate, an important art institution in the UK. She previously worked at Tate and currently leads the Dia Art Foundation in New York. Morgan accepted a lower salary than she earned before to take this role.
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Jessica Morgan worked at Tate as a curator for over ten years before leading the Dia Art Foundation.
She replaces Maria Balshaw, who led Tate for nine years and earned about £220,000-£225,000 annually.
Morgan took a significant pay cut to become Tate’s director.
Tenisha Warner, widow of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner who died last year, filed a lawsuit against his mother seeking at least $1.2 million from the family trust. Tenisha says Malcolm-Jamal did not keep a life insurance policy as agreed, and she wants to secure support for their daughter and herself.
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Malcolm-Jamal Warner died by drowning in Costa Rica at age 54, one year ago.
Tenisha Warner filed a lawsuit against Pamela Warner, Malcolm-Jamal’s mother and trustee of the family trust.
The lawsuit claims Malcolm-Jamal did not have a $1 million term life insurance policy as required by their premarital agreement.
Tenisha Warner has a 9-year-old daughter with Malcolm-Jamal Warner.
Malcolm-Jamal was updating his estate plan but could not finish it before his death.
Tenisha Warner spoke about her grief and challenges as a single mother in a CBS interview.
Pamela Warner posted a public message reflecting on her loss and the emotions she experienced during the past year.
CBS has contacted Pamela Warner’s lawyers but received no comment yet.
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Thousands of young people in India have been protesting in New Delhi for over a month, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan because of exam paper leaks. Despite injuries to over 100 protesters during police actions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not removed ministers involved in controversies, continuing a pattern seen during his 12 years in power.
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The “cockroach” movement is led by India’s youth demanding the Education Minister resign over exam paper leaks.
More than 100 protesters were seriously hurt during police use of batons and tear gas on Monday.
Opposition parties have joined the protests and supported calls for the minister’s removal.
Modi has often kept ministers in office despite controversies and public pressure.
In 2015, Muslim man Mohammad Akhlaq was lynched over cow suspicion, and calls to sack the Minister of Culture and Tourism Mahesh Sharma were ignored.
Sharma later bowed to a lynching suspect’s coffin, causing public outrage, but stayed in office until 2019.
Another controversy involved Rohith Chakravarthi Vemula, a Dalit student who died after university sanctions linked to caste discrimination.
These examples show Modi’s reluctance to remove ministers even amid serious public and political challenges.
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The U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Congress that the war on Iran has cost about $37.5 billion so far. He asked for an additional $67 billion to continue the war, which has lasted several months and resulted in U.S. casualties and rising costs.
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The U.S. war on Iran started on February 28, 2026, and has cost around $37.5 billion so far.
This figure is higher than earlier estimates of $25 billion given in April 2026.
Defense Secretary Hegseth requested $67 billion more to continue the conflict and replenish weapons and equipment.
The U.S. has lost at least 18 service members and about 500 injured in the war.
The conflict has led to higher petrol prices and living costs globally, including in the U.S.
The June 2026 agreement between Tehran and Washington broke down, leading to continued U.S. attacks on Iran.
The White House requested $87.6 billion more for the 2026 budget, with $67.1 billion for the Department of Defense.
Senators from both parties questioned the high costs and lack of clear results in the war effort.
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Kaylee Hottle, a deaf US actress known for her role in the Godzilla vs Kong movies, died in a car crash in Maryland at age 18. Many co-stars and industry figures have paid tribute to her talent and kindness, highlighting her advocacy for the deaf community.
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Kaylee Hottle died in a single-car accident in Frederick, Maryland.
She was 18 years old and deaf.
Hottle played the character Jia in the 2021 film Godzilla vs Kong and its 2024 sequel.
Co-stars Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, and Eiza González shared tributes on social media.
The production company Legendary Pictures praised her talent and warmth.
Oscar-winning deaf actress Marlee Matlin also honored Hottle’s memory.
Hottle was an advocate for deaf representation in Hollywood and aimed to raise awareness.
Police said excessive speed likely contributed to the crash; the driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
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The NHS trust that cared for Valdo Calocane, who killed three people in Nottingham in 2023, is being investigated for corporate manslaughter by police. Calocane had a serious mental illness and a history of violence, but was discharged from care before the attacks.
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Valdo Calocane, diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, killed three people in Nottingham in June 2023.
He had been sectioned (detained for mental health treatment) four times between 2020 and 2022 by Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation trust.
Calocane repeatedly refused medication and committed violent acts before the killings.
Despite warnings from doctors about his dangerousness, he was discharged in September 2022 after missing appointments and being untraceable.
A police investigation for corporate manslaughter is underway, led by Northumbria police on behalf of Nottinghamshire police.
Corporate manslaughter is a crime that holds organizations responsible for deaths caused by serious failings.
Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire police apologized for not acting on a warrant for Calocane’s arrest before the attacks.
The NHS trust is cooperating with the investigation while an independent public inquiry into the events is ongoing.
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On one day in Washington, three important speeches raised deep concerns about the future of American democracy. These speeches questioned the legitimacy of U.S. elections, framed political opponents as dangerous enemies, and called for harsh government actions against certain groups.
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Three speeches on the same day challenged the belief that U.S. elections are fair and trustworthy.
A government official accused left-wing activists of being domestic terrorists and linked them to foreign enemies without evidence.
The White House deputy chief of staff described left-wing political violence as a "fatal cancer of civilization" and urged strict actions like arresting and prosecuting opponents.
These descriptions echo past dangerous government ideas that labeled groups as diseases to be eradicated.
President Donald Trump said the election system is "indefensible" and claimed a foreign government has millions of U.S. voter files, suggesting mail voting is corrupt.
He accused intelligence agencies of hiding information and framed opposition to his election laws as proof of cheating.
Experts warn that this approach could damage trust in democratic processes by making election outcomes seem predetermined.
The responses to these speeches mostly came later in the day and focused on checking claims about voter data.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team is visiting the White House to celebrate their recent championships. Some Latino fans feel conflicted because President Trump’s immigration policies have caused pain in their communities, and the Dodgers’ owners have business ties to immigration detention centers.
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The Dodgers won the World Series in the past two years and are visiting the White House as is tradition.
Many Dodgers fans are Latino immigrants or children of immigrants in Los Angeles.
President Trump’s immigration policies have led to raids, family separations, and the use of immigration detention centers.
One Dodgers fan’s father was deported during these raids, causing emotional distress.
The Dodgers’ ownership group, Guggenheim Partners, partly owns a company that operates immigration detention centers.
Some Los Angeles soccer teams spoke out in support of immigrants, but the Dodgers did not.
Fans protested outside Dodger Stadium, criticizing the team’s silence on immigration issues and ties to immigration authorities.
The event highlights tensions between sports, politics, and immigrant communities in Los Angeles.
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