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Brixham College will stop providing dedicated school buses after this academic year due to high costs. Parents are upset because many students rely on these buses, and they say the change will make getting to school harder and less safe.
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The college buses are currently used by 266 students, filling about 88% of seats.
The college pays over half the cost of each bus seat, totaling more than £150,000 including discounts for siblings.
School leaders say continuing the bus subsidy is not affordable and takes money away from teaching and student support.
Parents say there was no consultation before the buses were announced to be cut.
Some parents worry children will face long days and safety risks if they need to switch to public buses or walk longer distances.
The college recommends students use regular public buses run by Stagecoach instead.
Stagecoach said public buses carry thousands of students safely each day and will help families adjust to the change.
Torbay Council said the bus decision is the college’s responsibility but will try to support affected students and families.
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Two teenage gunmen attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego, killing three men before killing themselves. The police had been searching for one of the teens earlier that day after his mother reported him missing with weapons and a vehicle. The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime.
Key Facts
The attack happened at the Islamic Center of San Diego on May 18, 2026.
The gunmen were two teenagers, ages 17 and 18.
The mother of one teen warned police around 9:40 a.m. that he was missing with her weapons and vehicle.
Police searched actively before the shooting using license plate readers and alerts to nearby locations, including a school.
Three men were killed in the attack, including a mosque security guard who helped limit further harm.
The gunmen died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
Authorities found evidence of generalized hate speech linked to the suspects.
No students at the mosque’s school were hurt during the incident.
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A federal judge in New York has stopped most arrests by federal agents in and near three buildings where immigration courts are held. This follows a change in government policy that allowed such arrests during President Trump's administration, and the judge said people should be able to attend immigration court without fearing arrest.
Key Facts
The ruling applies to immigration courts located at 26 Federal Plaza, 201 Varick Street, and 290 Broadway in Manhattan.
Arrests by federal agents inside and around these courts will only happen in exceptional cases or if there is a serious public safety threat.
The ban ends a practice started under President Trump's administration that led to dramatic arrests in court hallways.
The judge said there is a strong government interest in enforcing immigration laws but balanced that with individuals’ right to attend court without fear.
The case was brought by groups including the New York Civil Liberties Union and the American Civil Liberties Union.
Government lawyers recently changed their stance, admitting that the 2025 policies on courthouse arrests did not apply to immigration courts.
The judge found the withdrawal of the previous policy after President Trump took office was “arbitrary and capricious,” meaning it was done without proper reasoning.
The ruling is limited to the specific New York courts and does not apply to other places nationwide.
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President Donald Trump is backing certain Republican candidates in primary elections across several states to test his influence within the party. These races include a challenge in Kentucky against Congressman Thomas Massie and contests in Georgia, Alabama, and Pennsylvania. Democrats in Pennsylvania are also competing in primaries where Governor Josh Shapiro has endorsed some candidates.
Key Facts
President Trump is supporting Ed Gallrein in Kentucky against incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie.
Massie has opposed some of Trump's policies, including tax legislation and foreign policy.
Trump’s endorsement has helped him defeat Republican opponents in past primaries, even when his overall popularity is weaker.
In Georgia, Trump supports Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for governor, who is competing against wealthy billionaire Rick Jackson.
Trump did not endorse anyone in the Georgia Senate primary, where Democrats' Jon Ossoff is running unopposed.
In Alabama, Trump endorsed Rep. Barry Moore for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Tommy Tuberville.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is working to elect Democrats to House seats to challenge Republicans in the fall elections.
Some Democratic candidates in Pennsylvania oppose Shapiro’s endorsed candidates, showing competition within the party.
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Two teenage gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego, killing three men before killing themselves nearby. Police had already been searching for the teens after a family report about one being suicidal and missing weapons, and they are investigating the shooting as a hate crime.
Key Facts
The shooting happened at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in the county.
Three men were killed in the attack.
The two suspects were teenagers aged 17 and 18.
Police had been looking for the suspects for hours before the shooting started.
A mother reported her son missing and mentioned missing weapons from their home and car.
The suspects died by suicide a few blocks from the mosque.
Authorities found evidence the suspects expressed hateful ideas and are investigating the attack as a hate crime.
The mosque is currently closed and usually holds five daily prayers.
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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson said the Supreme Court risks being seen as political after its recent decision on voting rights. She disagreed with the court’s move to allow Louisiana to use new voting maps that weakened the Voting Rights Act and removed a majority-Black district.
Key Facts
Justice Jackson wrote a solo dissent against the Supreme Court’s decision on Louisiana’s voting maps.
The court’s conservative majority struck down a majority-Black district and weakened the Voting Rights Act.
Jackson said public trust is vital because the courts must be seen as separate from politics.
Polls show public trust in the Supreme Court is at very low levels.
Chief Justice John Roberts has expressed concern that the court is seen as political.
Jackson criticized the court for causing confusion amid national efforts to redraw voting districts.
Three conservative justices disagreed with Jackson’s criticism and said the map change was necessary to avoid an unconstitutional election.
Jackson often opposes the conservative majority in court decisions.
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The Tasmanian government apologized for keeping and displaying human body parts without family consent from 1966 to 1991. The issue came to light after an investigation found that 177 specimens were taken from autopsies and given to a university museum without approval.
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The body parts were collected during autopsies ordered by coroners between 1966 and 1991.
177 human specimens, including organs and tissues, were involved.
These specimens were given to the University of Tasmania's RA Rodda Pathology Museum.
Families were not informed or asked for permission.
The practice ended about 35 years ago, but the impact on families continues.
The issue was first raised in 2016 after bone samples were suspected of being kept without consent.
A state coroner’s investigation in 2023 confirmed forensic pathologists actively sourced specimens for the museum.
The specimens were removed from display in 2018.
The Tasmanian health minister publicly apologized to affected families in parliament.
The university expressed regret and has met with family members to address concerns.
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New South Wales (NSW) police and health officials in Australia are close to signing an agreement to change how mental health crises are handled. Police will no longer be the first responders to these calls unless there is a crime or danger, with health workers taking the lead instead.
Key Facts
NSW police and the health department are finalizing a new plan for handling mental health incidents based on the UK's model.
The UK’s “right person, right care” model sends health workers, not police, to mental health calls without crime or immediate danger.
An internal NSW police review admitted police sometimes make mental health crises worse and suggested experts should lead responses.
A June 2024 parliamentary inquiry urged better mental health training for officers and recommended health workers be first responders.
The push for reform increased after several deaths in 2023 and 2024 involving police and people in mental health distress.
NSW police union demands police stop being the default crisis responders and criticizes their role in prisoner transport.
NSW prison population recently hit a record high after bail reforms, with police enforcement increasing, especially in domestic violence cases.
NSW Premier Chris Minns acknowledged police challenges and hinted at upcoming announcements on mental health and prisoner transport changes.
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Voters in Philadelphia’s third congressional district will decide the Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives. Four progressive candidates are competing, focusing on healthcare, housing, and affordability, in a district known as a Democratic stronghold.
Key Facts
The primary election is on Tuesday in Pennsylvania’s third congressional district, covering much of Philadelphia.
Four Democrats are running: state Representative Chris Rabb, state Senator Sharif Street, pediatric surgeon Ala Stanford, and lawyer Shaun Griffith.
All candidates support expanding healthcare, affordable housing, and civil rights.
The district is one of the most Democratic areas in the country, voting strongly for Democrats in past elections.
Incumbent Democrat Dwight Evans announced he will not run again, leaving an open seat.
Polling is mixed, with Stanford, Street, and Rabb all leading in different surveys.
Stanford presents herself as a political outsider and public health leader.
Street is viewed as an experienced politician supported by party leaders.
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The Washington Nationals banned at least one person after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was shown at a game. The team is working with police to investigate and said they strongly oppose hateful messages in their stadium.
Key Facts
A banner promoting a white nationalist website and saying "SAVE AMERICA" and "DEPORT 100+ MILLION" appeared during a Nationals game.
The banner was shown during a "Salute to Service" event honoring veterans.
Three people held the banner and resisted an usher trying to take it before leaving the stadium.
The Nationals are banning at least one person involved and are cooperating with the police.
The team said they want to keep their stadium safe and do not allow hateful or discriminatory signs.
Their policy mostly allows only baseball-related or family-friendly signs.
Jake Lang, a participant in the January 6 Capitol riot, said on social media that he was responsible for the banner.
Stadium security devices can detect weapons but not something like a nylon banner.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton started an investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) over claims that it funded extremist groups. Last month, a federal grand jury indicted the SPLC on several fraud charges.
Key Facts
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is leading the investigation.
The Southern Poverty Law Center is accused of funding extremist groups.
The SPLC denies these allegations.
A federal grand jury in Montgomery, Alabama, indicted the SPLC.
The indictment includes six counts of wire fraud.
It also includes four counts of bank fraud.
There is one count of another unspecified offense in the indictment.
The investigation and indictment are related but separate legal matters.
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Senator Thom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, is asking fellow Senate Republicans to delay voting on a budget bill that funds immigration enforcement until 2029. He opposes the bill partly because it includes $1 billion for renovating the White House ballroom.
Key Facts
Senator Thom Tillis is from North Carolina and is a member of the Republican Party.
He wants Senate Republicans to hold off on approving the budget reconciliation bill.
The bill would fund immigration enforcement operations through the year 2029.
The bill includes $1 billion for the White House ballroom renovation.
Tillis called the ballroom funding a “major policy problem.”
He said he might vote against the budget bill because of this funding.
The budget reconciliation process allows some bills to pass with a simple majority.
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A recent poll shows Democrat Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley by 11 points in the race for the U.S. Senate seat in North Carolina. The survey included about 600 likely voters and found that nearly half plan to support Cooper.
Key Facts
Roy Cooper is the Democratic candidate in the North Carolina Senate race.
Michael Whatley is the Republican candidate competing against Cooper.
A poll by The Carolina Journal/Harper Polling found Cooper ahead by 11 percentage points.
The poll surveyed approximately 600 likely voters in North Carolina.
Nearly 50% of those voters said they would definitely or probably vote for Cooper.
The poll was released last week.
The race is for a U.S. Senate seat representing North Carolina.
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Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service will start resuming at noon Tuesday after the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) struck a deal with five LIRR unions. The agreement ended a strike that began Saturday and caused major travel disruptions across New York City and Long Island.
Key Facts
The LIRR strike began early Saturday, the first in over 30 years, halting the largest commuter rail system in North America.
The strike affected nearly 300,000 daily passengers and caused severe traffic jams and overcrowded bus and ferry services.
Hospitals, schools, and businesses faced staffing problems due to workers being unable to commute.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the MTA reached a “fair deal” with the unions late Monday.
The deal includes pay raises for workers and aims to protect both riders and taxpayers.
LIRR service will resume in phases starting at noon Tuesday, with priority given to busy commuter routes.
Full service restoration may take several hours as workers return and trains are repositioned.
MTA will share updated schedules and continue working with unions to finalize contract details and prevent future strikes.
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Republican Representative Thomas Massie is running in the primary election for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District. He faces Ed Gallrein, who has support from President Trump, and the race has seen a record amount of campaign spending. Massie discussed his views on Israel, President Trump, and the election in an interview with CBS News.
Key Facts
Thomas Massie is a Republican congressman running for re-election in Kentucky’s 4th District.
Ed Gallrein, who has President Trump’s backing, is Massie’s opponent in the primary race.
The campaign for this primary has seen unusually high spending by both sides.
Massie shared his opinions on topics like U.S. support for Israel and President Trump in a CBS News interview.
The interview took place just one day before the primary election.
The race is part of the wider Republican primary contests happening ahead of the general election.
Massie acknowledged the intense competition and outside involvement in the campaign.
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Representative Thomas Massie is competing in the Kentucky primary election against Ed Gallrein, who is supported by President Donald Trump. This election is for Kentucky’s Fourth Congressional District.
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The primary election is taking place in Kentucky.
Thomas Massie is the current representative for Kentucky’s Fourth Congressional District.
Ed Gallrein, a retired Navy SEAL, is challenging Massie.
President Donald Trump supports Ed Gallrein in this race.
The contest is part of the process to choose the candidate for the general election.
The news report is from CBS News and includes coverage by congressional reporter Taurean Small.
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Three people died in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. President Donald Trump said the United States will not proceed with a planned military attack on Iran.
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A shooting happened at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
Three people were killed in the shooting.
President Donald Trump spoke about the incident.
He announced that the U.S. will cancel a planned attack on Iran.
The news was reported on May 18 in a CBS News segment called The Takeout with Major Garrett.
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The Trump administration wants to allow more White Afrikaners from South Africa to come to the U.S. as refugees. It proposed raising the total refugee cap from 7,500 to 17,500 and giving the extra 10,000 places mainly to Afrikaners, claiming they face racial oppression in South Africa.
Key Facts
The administration aims to increase the U.S. refugee limit from 7,500 to 17,500 for this fiscal year.
Of the extra 10,000 refugee spots requested, most are intended for White Afrikaners from South Africa.
The State Department describes the situation as an "emergency refugee situation" due to alleged growing hostility against Afrikaners.
The South African government denies persecuting Afrikaners and disputes the claims of racial oppression.
President Trump has described the situation as a "genocide" against Afrikaners, though this is heavily disputed.
A recent raid by South African officials on a U.S. refugee processing center was condemned by the U.S.
Most refugees admitted so far this year under the cap have been Afrikaners from South Africa.
The refugee cap increase proposal must be approved by President Trump before it can take effect.
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Police said a mother reported her son missing along with weapons and a car before a shooting happened at the Islamic Center in San Diego. Two suspects killed three people and were later found dead in a nearby vehicle.
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The shooting took place at the Islamic Center of San Diego.
Three people were killed by the suspects.
The suspects were found dead in a vehicle close to the shooting site.
A mother reported her son missing before the shooting occurred.
The missing person report included weapons and a car.
Police held a news conference to update the public about the incident.
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The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike has ended after the MTA and five LIRR unions reached an agreement. Limited train service will start again at noon on Tuesday, according to New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
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The LIRR strike involved workers from five different unions.
The strike stopped train service for many commuters in New York.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and union workers agreed on raises.
The new deal aims to protect both workers and the passengers who use the trains.
The LIRR serves more than 300,000 people every day.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the service would return in phases beginning Tuesday at noon.
The strike ended after negotiations led to a "fair deal," according to Governor Hochul.
This news affects daily commuters in the New York and Long Island area.
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