Forecasters say a strong El Niño weather pattern is very likely to continue for several months. This natural climate event can affect weather around the world.
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El Niño is a climate pattern that involves warmer ocean temperatures in the Pacific.
It usually influences global weather, causing changes like droughts or heavy rains in different regions.
This current El Niño is expected to be strong and last for months.
Forecasters use ocean and atmospheric data to predict El Niño events.
The strength and duration of this El Niño could have significant impacts on agriculture, water supply, and weather disasters worldwide.
This event is being closely monitored by meteorologists around the globe.
El Niño typically happens every few years but varies in strength and length each time.
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Before her confirmation hearing last year, U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle asked a donor connected to President Donald Trump to send $100,000 to pay her American Express bill. She told the donor that wiring money to American Express would keep the payment private, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle is the U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
Guilfoyle requested $100,000 from Eric Deters, a donor to President Trump.
The money was to be sent to her American Express credit card.
Guilfoyle said wiring money to AmEx would not show up publicly.
The request happened days before her confirmation hearing.
The information was reported by The Wall Street Journal on a Wednesday.
Eric Deters has donated to President Trump in the past.
The purpose was to cover Guilfoyle’s personal credit card bill.
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A Russian glide bomb hit two passenger buses in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine, killing at least 30 people and injuring 18. Russian attacks have increasingly targeted Ukraine’s transportation system, including buses, trains, and infrastructure, causing major disruptions for civilians and businesses.
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The attack happened in Kramatorsk, about 20 kilometers from the front line.
Glide bombs are dropped from planes and can glide to specific locations on the ground.
At least 30 people died and 18 were wounded in the bus attack.
Ukrainian officials say Russia is deliberately targeting civilians.
Russia has also attacked railroads, gas stations, bridges, and seaports to disrupt transportation.
Since 2022, over 500 locomotives have been hit by Russian drones and shelling.
New Russian drones are jet-powered and manually operated, making them harder to stop.
The United Nations reported a 55% increase in civilian deaths and injuries in the first eight months of 2026 compared to 2025.
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Senate Judiciary Democrats say Republican members broke committee rules by not sharing documents during the questioning of Jack Smith. They want an apology for Smith, who faced criticism after a confusing comment about sports teams during the hearing.
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Senate Judiciary Democrats accused Republicans of not sharing important documents.
The documents relate to the questioning of Jack Smith, a special counsel.
The issue involves a confusing mistake about sports teams made during the hearing.
Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) made the comment that caused backlash.
Democrats want an apology for Jack Smith from Senate Republicans.
The incident took place during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
Senate rules require members to share documents relevant to hearings.
The disagreement highlights tensions between Senate Democrats and Republicans.
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Country music singer Ashley McBryde discussed her new album and how she opens up emotionally in her songs. She also talked about the influence her mentor, Dolly Parton, has had on her songwriting.
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Ashley McBryde released a new album in May.
She spoke with Norah O'Donnell about being vulnerable in her music.
Dolly Parton is McBryde’s mentor and inspires her songwriting.
The interview was featured on CBS News.
The discussion focused on creativity and personal growth in music.
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Prosecutors have accused former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife of ordering the torture of people held by his government. They face new charges in addition to previous drug and weapon-related accusations while being held in the U.S. after Maduro’s capture earlier this year.
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Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are accused of planning torture against detainees.
They previously pleaded not guilty to drug and weapon charges in January.
Maduro was captured in Caracas and is currently held in the U.S.
The new charges claim he allowed torture and used violence to repress political opponents.
The case is being handled in the Southern District of New York.
The torture charges are part of a larger effort to hold Maduro accountable for crimes.
The story is ongoing and developments may follow.
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Oil prices went up after news that the White House is considering military strikes on Iran. Brent crude oil rose to $104.60 per barrel with a 4.4% increase, and U.S. oil prices also saw a nearly 4% jump.
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The White House is thinking about new military strikes on Iran.
This consideration comes less than a month before U.S. elections in November.
Brent crude oil, used as a global price reference, rose to $104.60 per barrel.
Brent crude prices increased by 4.4% on Thursday morning.
U.S. oil benchmark, West Texas Intermediate, rose by about 3.91%.
The price increase shows a reaction to potential conflict risks with Iran.
These price movements affect global energy markets and costs.
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The US economy is a key issue for voters ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections due to high prices and job market concerns. The Guardian US is hosting a live question-and-answer session on October 15, 2026, where reporters will discuss how economic issues might influence election results.
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Food and gas prices remain high in the US.
The job market is unstable, causing concern among consumers.
Kevin Warsh is the new chair of the Federal Reserve (the central bank that influences US money policy).
The Guardian US will hold a live Q&A on October 15, 2026, at 12 pm EDT about the economy’s impact on midterm elections.
The panel includes business, labor, and consumer rights reporters.
Viewers can submit questions in advance about inflation, tariffs, cost of living, and candidate policies.
Responses can be shared anonymously, with guarantees of privacy and data security.
This Q&A is part of a series on US midterm elections covering topics like foreign wars, campaign funding, and party dynamics.
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The Trump administration has stopped some big tech companies like Microsoft and Adobe from applying for green cards through the H-1B visa program. Officials said these companies were using the program to hire cheaper foreign workers instead of American workers.
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The Trump administration blocked certain tech companies from applying for green cards for their H-1B workers.
Microsoft and Adobe are among the companies affected.
Vice President JD Vance led the announcement.
Officials claimed some companies used the program to hire cheap labor, hurting American workers.
Microsoft was highlighted for laying off many workers while still seeking H-1B visas and green cards.
The administration wants companies to hire more American workers.
No comment had been received from Microsoft or Adobe at the time of the report.
This decision affects the PERM program, which is used to apply for green cards for foreign workers.
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The actors Allegra Edwards and Ed Weeks appeared on CBS Mornings to talk about the new comedy series "Eternally Yours." They discussed details about the show's premiere and their roles in the series.
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Allegra Edwards and Ed Weeks star in the comedy series "Eternally Yours."
The actors were interviewed on the CBS Mornings show.
They talked about the premiere episode of the new series.
The article focuses mainly on the actors and the show’s launch.
Additional news topics are mentioned but are not related to the show.
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A woman accusing several men of raping her at a Cornell University fraternity said she was misled about a criminal investigation after reporting the assault. The local prosecutor decided very quickly not to pursue charges, but the woman and her lawyer were told the investigation was still ongoing.
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The alleged assault happened at a Chi Phi fraternity party at Cornell University in 2024.
The woman reported the incident to police and also pursued Cornell’s internal disciplinary process.
The Tompkins County District Attorney ended the criminal investigation days after initial interviews.
The woman and her lawyer were told the investigation was ongoing, but it had actually ended.
The district attorney said no crime occurred because the woman’s involvement was voluntary and consensual.
A six-page police summary left out important details the woman had shared, including that she said she was raped and subjected to violence.
A Cornell police investigator tried to provide more evidence to the DA’s office but was ignored.
Students protested on campus against sexual violence and how the university handled the case.
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The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted three ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Houthis toward Saudi cities, including Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. The Houthis claimed one missile hit King Khalid International Airport, causing damage and disrupting flights, while fighting continues in Yemen with increasing displacement of civilians.
Key Facts
The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed two missiles aimed at Riyadh and one missile toward Khamis Mushait.
Debris from one intercepted missile damaged a kindergarten and medical clinic in Riyadh, with no casualty information reported.
The Houthis claimed a missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, reportedly damaging the airport and halting flights.
Witnesses heard explosions in Riyadh, including at the airport, but independent confirmation is not yet available.
The Houthis have warned that any aircraft flying over most of Saudi airspace, except above holy cities, are targets.
Saudi airports, including Abha and King Khalid, were attacked by the Houthis on previous days, causing civilian casualties and injuries.
Fighting in Yemen has intensified around Taiz governorate, with government forces and Houthis battling for control of key rural areas and supply routes.
Over 200,000 people have been displaced due to the recent escalation of conflict in Yemen, according to the International Organization for Migration.
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Actor Ben Affleck talked with CBS Mornings about his new Netflix movie called "Animals," which is coming out soon. The interview also covered some personal topics like marriage and divorce.
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Ben Affleck is promoting a new movie titled "Animals" on Netflix.
The movie "Animals" premieres on Friday.
Affleck discussed his experiences with marriage and divorce during the interview.
The interview appeared on CBS Mornings.
The conversation included both professional and personal topics.
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Actor Ben Affleck talked with CBS Mornings about his new Netflix movie called "Animals," which will be available starting Friday. The interview focused on the themes of marriage and divorce featured in the movie.
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Ben Affleck is starring in a new movie titled "Animals."
The movie "Animals" will premiere on Netflix this Friday.
Affleck discussed the role of marriage and divorce in the film during his CBS Mornings interview.
The interview is part of a CBS Mornings segment including various current news and entertainment stories.
The movie is a recent project by Affleck, highlighting personal relationship topics.
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Sherrod Brown is leading in polls among young voters in Ohio’s U.S. Senate race, but low enthusiasm and turnout among this group could affect the November 3 special election. His opponent, Republican Jon Husted, is working to improve support among other age groups.
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Sherrod Brown leads Republican Jon Husted by a small margin statewide in Ohio’s U.S. Senate race.
Polls show Brown has strong support from voters aged 18 to 29, with leads of around 20 to 34 points in different surveys.
Despite support, young voters show lower enthusiasm and may not turn out to vote in large numbers.
Brown campaigned at Ohio State University, focusing on issues like college costs, housing, jobs, climate, and voting rights.
Older voters tend to support Husted more, especially those aged 45 to 64, while voters 65 and older are nearly split evenly.
The polls have margins of error, meaning some results could change slightly.
Nationally, youth voter turnout was about 47 percent in 2024, showing less than half of young people vote.
Both Brown and Husted’s campaigns have limited communication regarding poll details.
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CBS Mornings is promoting exclusive deals on various products that aim to improve daily life. These deals are available through their website, cbsdeals.com, where CBS earns a commission from purchases.
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CBS Mornings features special deals on products for everyday use.
Deals can be found and purchased at cbsdeals.com.
CBS receives commissions when people buy through this site.
The promotion is part of the CBS Deals segment.
The deals are described as exclusive for viewers.
The article is a short notice directing viewers to the website for more information.
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The FBI says a teenager planned a big attack inspired by ISIS at the Mall of America in Minnesota. Authorities arrested the teen before any attack could happen.
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The planned attack was inspired by ISIS, a known terrorist group.
The target was the Mall of America, a large shopping center in Minnesota.
The FBI revealed the plot and stopped it before it could happen.
The person accused is a teenager.
No attack took place because police acted in time.
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The fight for control of the U.S. Senate is getting closer in Kansas, where Democrat Adam Hamilton is tied with Republican Senator Roger Marshall in recent polls. Several other close races across the country are also impacting the overall competition for the Senate majority.
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Kansas is an important state in the Senate race this year.
Democrat Adam Hamilton is running even with Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in recent polls.
The polling average cited is from Decision Desk HQ.
Other Senate races in different states are very close and competitive.
These tight races will influence which party controls the Senate after the election.
The Senate is the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress.
Control of the Senate affects lawmaking and the agenda of President Donald Trump’s administration.
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The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to criticize a lower court for interfering again in a legal dispute between the Republican and Democratic parties. The fight is about which party can get lower prices for TV ads before elections. Last month, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Republicans.
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The Trump administration is involved in a legal fight over political advertising rates.
The dispute is between the two main U.S. political parties: Republicans and Democrats.
The issue is about who can access cheaper television ad rates before elections.
A lower court had intervened in this legal fight multiple times.
The Trump administration wants the Supreme Court to reprimand the lower court for intervening again.
Last month, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Republican Party (GOP).
This case affects how political campaigns buy TV ads during election seasons.
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Lawmakers from both political parties have introduced the ASAP Act. The bill would allow Medicare to pay for blood tests that help detect Alzheimer's disease and other dementias early.
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The ASAP Act is a new law proposal supported by both Democrats and Republicans.
It focuses on giving Medicare coverage to certain blood tests for brain diseases.
These tests look for biomarkers, which are signs in the blood that show early disease changes.
The tests are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Early detection of Alzheimer’s can help with timely treatment and care planning.
Medicare is a government health insurance program for people over 65 and certain younger people with disabilities.
Alzheimer's is a disease that causes memory loss and other thinking problems.
The bill aims to make these tests more accessible to patients through Medicare.
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