Cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a tiny parasite, are increasing in 31 U.S. states. Health officials have not yet found the exact cause of the current outbreak.
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Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a microscopic parasite called Cyclospora.
The disease is spreading in 31 states across the United States.
Health experts have not determined what is causing the current outbreak.
Symptoms often include watery diarrhea, stomach pain, and other digestive problems.
The parasite is usually spread through contaminated food or water.
Doctors recommend washing fruits and vegetables carefully to help reduce risk.
Dr. Eric Ascher, a family doctor, spoke publicly about the illness on CBS News.
Public health officials continue to investigate the outbreak to find its source.
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Ann Widdecombe, a 78-year-old former Conservative minister, was found dead with serious head injuries at her home in Dartmoor. Police have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murder, and counter-terrorism officials say the killing was not politically motivated.
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Ann Widdecombe was a former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokesman.
She was found dead in her bungalow in Dartmoor with serious head injuries.
A gardener discovered her body after concerns were raised when she missed a TV appearance.
Police arrested a 26-year-old white British man who is being questioned for murder.
Counter-terrorism police have ruled out any political motive behind the killing.
Political leaders expressed shock and paid tribute to Widdecombe’s career.
Widdecombe was also known for appearing on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2010.
Other news includes a deadly wildfire in Spain and a takeover bid for EasyJet.
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David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart talked about recent political events on a news show. They focused on changes in the Maine Senate race, President Trump's remarks at a NATO meeting, and Rahm Emanuel's criticism of Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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David Brooks writes for The Atlantic.
Jonathan Capehart works for MS NOW.
They appeared on a program hosted by Geoff Bennett.
The discussion covered a major change in the Maine Senate race.
They talked about President Trump's comments made at the NATO summit.
Rahm Emanuel expressed criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
The conversation focused on current political events in the United States and abroad.
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An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer fatally shot a Mexican man in Houston while searching for a different person, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The incident happened on a Tuesday and is under investigation.
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The shooting occurred in Houston, Texas.
ICE officers were looking for someone else at the time of the shooting.
A Mexican man was mistakenly shot and killed by the ICE officer.
The Department of Homeland Security made the announcement about the incident.
The event took place on a Tuesday.
CBS News reported on the incident, with reporter Shawna Mizelle providing information.
The case is likely being investigated due to the mistaken identity involved.
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During the 250th anniversary of the United States, photos showed members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front marching in Washington, D.C. Some images caught them riding the Metro with other passengers. A news reporter interviewed a Metro rider who experienced this encounter.
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The event was the 250th birthday celebration of the United States.
Members of Patriot Front, a white supremacist group, appeared in Washington, D.C. during the celebrations.
These members wore masks and marched near well-known monuments.
Photos and videos showed them riding the Metro subway system with other riders.
The images of Patriot Front members on the Metro became widely shared online.
Journalist Amna Nawaz spoke with a person who was on the Metro during this encounter.
The Patriot Front group is known for promoting white supremacist ideas.
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Iran privately told advisers of President Donald Trump that it "made a mistake" when it shot at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. This attack caused the U.S. to respond with two days of intense military strikes.
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Iran admitted to President Trump’s advisers that shooting at commercial ships was a mistake.
The incident involved attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for global shipping.
Following the attacks, the U.S. carried out two days of military strikes.
The information comes from senior U.S. officials.
The events occurred while President Donald Trump was in office.
The report was covered by CBS News and political reporter Zak Hudak.
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A recent poll shows that more Jewish Americans favor New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani compared to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Curtis Sliwa, the Republican candidate who ran against Mamdani for mayor, commented that it is time for Netanyahu to step down.
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The poll was conducted by The Associated Press and the National Opinion Research Center.
Jewish Americans show higher support for Mayor Zohran Mamdani than for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Curtis Sliwa ran against Mamdani as the Republican candidate for New York City mayor.
Sliwa publicly said "it's time for Bibi [Netanyahu] to go."
The poll reflects political opinions among Jewish Americans in the U.S.
The news was reported by CBS News.
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Eighteen-year-old Nolan Wells went missing after spending July Fourth with friends on Horn Island, Mississippi. His family and lawyer Ben Crump have asked for an independent investigation into his drowning death.
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Nolan Wells was 18 years old.
He disappeared on July Fourth after being with friends on Horn Island, Mississippi.
Nolan Wells drowned, and his death is under investigation.
The family believes an independent investigation is needed.
Ben Crump, a well-known attorney, is representing the family.
CBS News is covering the story and has a correspondent reporting on it.
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House Democrats are working to impeach Linda McMahon, the Education Secretary, accusing her of illegally breaking up parts of the Department of Education and moving programs to other federal agencies without Congress's approval. The effort aims to stop her from reducing the government's role in education, which critics say hurts public schools.
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The impeachment resolution is called House Resolution 1391, introduced by Rep. Suzanne Bonamici on June 25.
As of July 10, 20 Democrats, including Rep. John Garamendi, support the impeachment effort.
Democrats say McMahon is trying to shut down parts of the Department of Education illegally.
The resolution accuses McMahon of refusing to follow the law and transferring six department offices’ operations to other agencies unlawfully.
McMahon says she wants to improve student outcomes and reduce federal bureaucracy.
Democrats argue that cutting the Education Department hurts public schools and students’ chances for a good education.
The Department of Education referred questions to McMahon’s social media post defending her actions.
All sponsors and cosponsors of the resolution are Democrats.
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A new bipartisan bill in Congress seeks to help protect seniors and vulnerable adults from financial scams. It would let certain financial companies temporarily stop transactions if they suspect fraud.
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The bill is called the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act.
It targets people aged 65 or older and people with disabilities.
It applies to open-end investment companies, like mutual funds.
These companies would gain the power to pause redemption (withdrawal) requests.
The pause would be used when there is suspicion of financial fraud or exploitation.
The bill aims to give companies time to investigate before processing transactions.
The bill has support from both political parties, making it bipartisan.
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The weeklong pre-trial hearing ended for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The defense called one last witness before the hearing concluded.
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The hearing lasted one week.
It involved the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk is known as a conservative activist.
The defense presented witnesses during the hearing.
One final witness was called by the defense on the last day.
Legal analysis was provided by a CBS News contributor.
The case is moving forward toward trial after the hearing.
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Graham Platner left the race for the Maine Senate after being accused of sexual assault. Democratic candidate Dan Kleban spoke with CBS News about becoming Platner’s replacement in the election. The article discusses the process of replacing a candidate in this situation.
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Graham Platner was a candidate for the Maine Senate.
Platner withdrew from the race due to sexual assault allegations.
Dan Kleban is the Democratic candidate seeking to replace Platner.
Kleban appeared on CBS News to explain his campaign.
The article mentions how the replacement process works in Maine’s Senate race.
Susan Collins is the current Maine Senator whom candidates aim to unseat.
The situation affects the upcoming Senate election in Maine.
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Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, officially withdrew from the race due to multiple scandals, including recent sexual assault allegations. The Democratic Party is now preparing to select a new candidate to run against Republican Senator Susan Collins before the ballot deadline.
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Graham Platner filed paperwork to remove his name from the November ballot.
He received over 156,000 votes in the June primary.
Platner denied the sexual assault allegations but withdrew his candidacy shortly after.
Past controversies included racist, sexist, and homophobic social media posts and a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol.
Platner is a former oyster farmer and Marine veteran.
The Maine Democratic Party must choose a new nominee by July 27.
Potential new candidates include Troy Jackson, Shenna Bellows, and Nirav Shah.
Maine is a key state for Democrats hoping to gain control of the Senate.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is creating a list of injuries that would qualify people for automatic compensation after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. This means certain vaccine-related injuries could be paid for without a lengthy review process.
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HHS is working on a list of injuries linked to COVID-19 vaccines.
People with injuries on this list could receive automatic payouts.
The compensation is meant to help those who have side effects from the vaccine.
This effort aims to speed up the process of giving compensation.
The list is part of a government program for vaccine injury claims.
Dr. Céline Gounder explained the process on CBS News.
The program supports vaccine safety and public trust.
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A woman who survived strangulation during a long abusive relationship supports new data showing more strangulation cases are being reported in England and Wales. She wants stronger punishments for those who commit this crime and highlights the serious health risks strangulation can cause.
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Over 44,000 strangulation reports were made to police in England and Wales in the past year.
Strangulation became a separate criminal offence in the UK four years ago.
Rachel Williams, a domestic abuse survivor, helped get this law introduced.
Rachel was strangled multiple times and later shot by her abusive ex-husband, suffering life-changing injuries.
Strangulation can cause strokes, brain injuries, and long-term mental problems.
The Institute for Addressing Strangulation (IFAS) was created in 2022 to improve understanding and response to strangulation.
Police data shows a 13% increase in strangulation reports from the previous year.
Medical guidelines have been made to help doctors identify and treat strangulation victims to save lives.
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A major housing bill supported by both political parties will become law even though President Trump has not signed it. The bill is expected to take effect overnight into Saturday.
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The housing bill has bipartisan support, meaning both parties agree on it.
President Trump has chosen not to sign the bill.
Despite no signature, the bill will still become law.
The law is set to take effect overnight into Saturday.
CBS News White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reported on the situation.
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Ann Widdecombe, a former Conservative politician known for her strong and clear opinions, has died under circumstances that police are investigating as a murder. Authorities have stated there is no evidence the crime was politically motivated, and colleagues across politics have expressed sadness and respect for her candidness and character.
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Ann Widdecombe was a former Conservative politician known for her outspoken views.
Police are investigating her death as a murder but say it does not appear politically motivated.
Widdecombe participated in public debates, including as a panelist on the radio program "Any Questions."
She was known for being direct and clear in expressing her opinions.
Some admired her for her courage in holding and stating unpopular views.
Others found some of her opinions offensive, but many who knew her found her likeable and warm.
Her death has shocked political leaders in Westminster.
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A federal appeals court blocked an effort to defend the Texas Dream Act, a law that let some undocumented students pay in-state tuition at Texas public colleges. The court said federal law does not allow states to give in-state tuition benefits to undocumented students unless all U.S. citizens, no matter where they live, get the same benefit.
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The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a defense of the Texas Dream Act.
The Texas Dream Act let certain undocumented students pay in-state tuition if they graduated from a Texas high school and lived in Texas.
Federal law bars states from giving undocumented students residency-based tuition benefits unless it applies equally to all U.S. citizens.
The ruling overturned a long-standing Texas law that started in 2001 with wide political support.
Gov. Greg Abbott and the Trump administration supported the decision, calling it a victory for law enforcement.
Advocacy groups and colleges involved in the case expressed disappointment and plan to seek further legal review.
Judges on the panel were appointed by Presidents Reagan, Trump, and Biden, with two agreeing and one dissenting.
Students affected by the ruling said it was disheartening and criticized political rhetoric against undocumented immigrants.
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Graham Platner has officially withdrawn from the Maine U.S. Senate race after facing a sexual assault allegation, which he denies. Maine Democrats are now seeking a new candidate to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in a key race for control of the Senate.
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Platner submitted paperwork to the Maine secretary of state to withdraw from the Senate race.
He described his campaign as representing everyday people, not wealthy elites or established politicians.
Progressive leaders like Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ro Khanna supported Platner.
The withdrawal follows a sexual assault claim against him, which he denies.
Maine Democrats plan to select a new nominee by July 27 through a nominating convention.
Several Democrats have announced their intention to run for the nomination, including former governor primary candidates and other local politicians.
Maine is considered a crucial state in the battle for Senate control.
More than 100 Maine Democratic Party committee members approved holding a convention to choose a new candidate before Platner’s formal withdrawal.
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