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The U.S. military stopped an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman because it broke a U.S. Navy blockade. A fighter jet from the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier fired a precise missile to disable the tanker, according to U.S. Central Command.
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The incident happened in the Gulf of Oman.
The U.S. Navy had set up a blockade in the area.
The oil tanker was violating this blockade.
An F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet took action against the tanker.
The jet launched a precision missile to disable the vessel.
The USS Abraham Lincoln is a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier.
U.S. Central Command (Centcom) manages U.S. forces in the Middle East.
The action took place on a Monday, according to the report.
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President Donald Trump urged Israel and Iran to stop shooting at each other. After recent airstrikes by Israel on Beirut, both sides said they wanted to halt attacks and agreed to an immediate ceasefire.
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President Trump called on Israel and Iran to stop fighting right away.
The weekend conflict began with Israeli airstrikes on Beirut, Lebanon’s capital.
Both Israel and Iran reported that attacks have stopped.
Both sides are seeking an immediate ceasefire to end fighting.
CBS News reporters Charlie D’Agata and Nancy Cordes covered this development.
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The rock band Rush started their first tour in 11 years on June 7 in Los Angeles, called the Fifty Something tour. They performed many classic songs and honored their late drummer, Neil Peart, who passed away in 2020, with a video and a special song dedication.
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Rush had not toured since August 2015 before this new tour.
This tour features band members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson performing together for the first time since Neil Peart’s death.
Anika Nilles is the drummer filling in for Neil Peart during the tour.
The concert began with the song "Xanadu," which they never used to start their tours before.
The setlist included popular songs like "Limelight," "Freewill," "The Spirit of the Radio," and several from the album "2112."
The show ended with the song "Tom Sawyer," introduced by a clip featuring South Park characters.
The band showed a video tribute to Neil Peart, including his voice talking about why he loved drumming.
They dedicated the song "Bravado" to Neil Peart during the concert.
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Mike D, a member of the Beastie Boys, will release his first solo album called "Thank You" on August 28. The album features experimental electronic music and includes contributions from his two sons and other guests.
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The album "Thank You" is Mike D’s debut solo project under the name Mike D 5D.
It will be released on August 28.
This is the first full album from a Beastie Boys member since 2011.
The music mixes electronic sounds with catchy melodies.
Mike D’s sons, Skyler and Davis, took part in the recording sessions.
The album artwork is created by Can Can Press, Thad Higa, and Charles Deroyan.
A visualizer for the song "True Colors" from the album is already available to stream.
Mike D described the album as a fun, creative project made with people he cares about.
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A US tourist in Rome was charged €44 for two ice creams at a shop near Piazza Navona, which was much higher than expected. She said she ordered small cups but was served large cones with extra toppings and only realized the high cost after seeing the receipt.
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Nicole Ann, a tourist from Florida, paid €44 for two ice creams in Rome.
She requested two small cups but was given large cones with extras like macarons, cannoli, and whipped cream.
The total included €12 per large cone, €4 for whipped cream, €10 for two cannoli, and €6 for two macarons.
Nicole Ann said the ice cream tasted bad and was the worst she had during her 10-day stay in Rome.
The Don Nino shop, where this happened, has several locations in Rome and did not comment on the incident.
A Facebook post about the event received over 900 comments from locals and tourists.
The shop does have a visible price list showing €6 per scoop in small cups or cones and €12 for three scoops in larger sizes.
Typical ice cream prices in Rome are usually between €2 and €5, depending on size and place.
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France and Germany have stopped their joint project to build a new European fighter jet because the companies involved could not agree on leadership and control. The project, called Future Combat Air System (FCAS), aimed to replace existing French and German fighter jets by around 2040 but faced many disagreements.
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France's Dassault Aviation and Germany's Airbus were the main companies involved in the project.
Dassault wanted to lead the project to protect its technology, while Airbus wanted a more equal partnership.
France wants a single fighter jet capable of carrying nuclear weapons and landing on aircraft carriers.
Germany has different needs and questioned the value of building a new manned fighter jet.
The project was worth about €100 billion and started in 2017 under French President Macron and former German Chancellor Merkel.
The program included fighter jets, drones, and a secure data cloud to connect military systems.
Even though the fighter jet part was ended, some parts like drones and data cloud may continue to be developed.
The decision was announced during a summit in Montenegro and reflects challenges in European defense cooperation.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping made a rare visit to North Korea and received a formal welcome. His visit was for a two-day meeting with North Korean leaders.
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Xi Jinping is the President of China.
He traveled to North Korea, which is an unusual visit.
Xi was welcomed with a red carpet ceremony.
The visit included a planned two-day summit.
The summit involved talks with North Korean officials.
The meeting shows ongoing communication between China and North Korea.
North Korea is officially called the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
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Garry Nolan, a pathology professor at Stanford University, discussed Steven Spielberg's new movie "Disclosure Day," which looks into the possibility of aliens living on Earth. Nolan spoke about the effects the movie could have on public views of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs), often linked to extraterrestrial life.
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Garry Nolan is a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine.
He is also the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation.
Nolan appeared on CBS News 24/7 to talk about the movie "Disclosure Day."
The movie was directed by Steven Spielberg.
"Disclosure Day" explores the idea that aliens might live on Earth.
The discussion focused on how the movie could influence public opinion about UAPs.
UAP stands for unidentified aerial phenomena, a term for sightings that some believe are alien-related.
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The UK government is planning a ban on social media use for children under 16 to protect them from harmful content. A child safety charity warns this ban might fail because children could find ways around age checks or turn to less regulated platforms.
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The UK may ban under-16s from using social media apps considered harmful.
The Molly Rose Foundation (MRF) opposes a rushed ban, saying it could easily be bypassed.
MRF was founded after Molly Russell’s death linked to harmful online content.
Similar age restrictions exist in Australia, banning popular apps like Facebook and TikTok for under-16s.
The UK government recently finished consulting on children’s online safety rules, including age limits.
MRF suggests social media apps should meet strict safety standards before considering a ban.
Critics say the government’s planned measures may be too weak to protect children fully.
Officials want to act quickly before the upcoming Makerfield byelection on June 18.
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Lizzo explained that changes in the music industry, especially the switch from radio to streaming services, affected her fanbase. She said radio helped people find her music, but streaming is different and changed how artists connect with fans.
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Lizzo used to be popular on radio, which helped build her fanbase.
Streaming services replaced radio as the main way people listen to music in the last few years.
Lizzo feels streaming made it harder to keep a strong fanbase like before.
She mentioned a public attack on her career also affected her popularity.
Lizzo’s last No. 1 song was "About Damn Time" in 2022.
Before that, "Truth Hurts" reached No. 1 in 2019.
Some fans disagreed with her, saying streaming replaced radio many years ago.
Lizzo said she is working hard despite the challenges.
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Many countries are working to limit social media use among children due to concerns about their mental health and safety. Australia has set a strong example by banning kids under 16 from major social platforms, and other nations in Europe, Asia, and North America are creating similar laws or rules.
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Australia plans to block children under 16 from platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook starting in December 2025.
Companies in Australia that do not follow this law face fines up to 34.9 million US dollars.
The UK is preparing rules to stop minors under 16 from sending or receiving nude images and wants devices to detect users’ ages.
Canada is considering a bill that would ban social media for under-16s unless platforms meet safety rules and get approval to allow minors back.
China uses a “minor mode” that limits screen time and controls app use by age, plus new rules for AI and harmful content.
Several European countries like France, Denmark, Germany, Greece, and Italy have or are planning similar rules restricting social media use for children, often requiring parental consent.
India’s government officials have asked for age limits on social media, with some regions considering bans based on Australia’s example.
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Allowing optometrists to perform YAG procedures has led to many more of these treatments being done. This change helps more people, especially those in rural places, get important eye care.
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Optometrists can now do YAG procedures, which are eye treatments using a laser.
The number of YAG treatments has increased significantly.
More patients, particularly in rural areas, can access these eye care services.
Expanding what optometrists can do helps meet demand for eye care.
This change may reduce the need for patients to travel far for treatment.
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Peru's presidential election is happening during a time of political division, insecurity, and low trust in government institutions. Neither leading candidate is expected to have enough support in Congress to pass important reforms, and changes to the legislature may help reduce frequent political crises.
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Peru is holding a presidential election amid political instability and public distrust.
The country faces serious security problems and a fragmented political scene.
Analysts say Peru's problems come from weak institutions and election rivalries.
Peru recently reintroduced a bicameral legislature (two legislative chambers).
This change aims to reduce the pattern of Congress removing presidents and creating political chaos.
Neither top candidate in the election is expected to have a strong majority in Congress.
Without a congressional majority, it will be hard to make major government reforms.
Peru has had nine presidents in the past ten years, showing frequent leadership changes.
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Rescue teams saved three people from a damaged apartment building in Konotop, Ukraine, after a Russian drone strike. The attack caused the death of one woman and injured a child.
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The drone strike happened in Konotop, a city in northeastern Ukraine.
The strike damaged an apartment block.
Three people were rescued alive from the building.
One woman died as a result of the attack.
A child was wounded during the strike.
Rescue crews responded to the damage caused by the drone attack.
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Pope Leo XIV gave a historic speech to Spain's parliament, calling for respect for migrants' rights and international law. Spanish lawmakers gave him a long standing ovation, showing growing acceptance of the Catholic Church in a mostly secular country.
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This was the first time a pope addressed Spain’s parliament.
Pope Leo XIV urged moral renewal in politics to protect vulnerable people, including migrants and the unborn.
The speech received a 7-minute standing ovation from Spanish lawmakers with cheers.
Spain’s Catholic Church influence has decreased since the 1970s but many still identify as Catholic.
About 1.5 million people attended Mass and 600,000 youth joined a prayer vigil during the pope’s visit.
The pope called for peace amid rising tensions and violence between Israel and Iran.
He warned against increasing military spending and reliance on automated weapons controlled by artificial intelligence.
Spain’s government supports legalizing many immigrants, emphasizing economic benefits and humanitarian reasons.
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Netflix released the first teaser for its new live-action series "Scooby-Doo: Origins," which will debut in 2027. The show explores how Shaggy meets Scooby-Doo during their last summer at camp as they solve a mysterious case together.
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"Scooby-Doo: Origins" is a live-action series coming to Netflix in 2027.
The story follows teens Shaggy, Daphne, Fred, and Velma during their final summer at camp.
The series shows how Shaggy and Scooby-Doo first meet.
The group investigates a mystery involving a lost Great Dane puppy and a supernatural murder.
Filming is taking place in Atlanta.
The main cast includes Tanner Hagen as Shaggy, Maxwell Jenkins as Fred, Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma, and Mckenna Grace as Daphne.
Paul Walter Hauser is part of the cast, though his role has not been announced.
Josh Appelbaum and Scott Rosenberg are the writers and showrunners and also executive producers.
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Pope Leo XIV spoke to the Spanish Parliament and said that achieving world peace is very important for everyone. He emphasized that peace should be a top priority for all countries.
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Pope Leo XIV delivered a speech to the Spanish Parliament.
He called world peace a "true global imperative," meaning it is very necessary worldwide.
The speech took place on a Monday.
Pope Leo urged all countries to focus on peace.
The message was covered by CBS News.
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Iran believes it is currently in a strong position and expects to outlast the United States in their ongoing struggles. This view highlights Iran’s confidence in its long-term endurance compared to the U.S.
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Iran feels it is winning in its conflict or competition with the United States.
Iran expects to last longer than the U.S. in this scenario.
The statement reflects Iran’s perspective on its current and future status.
There is an ongoing tension or rivalry between Iran and the United States.
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A great white shark was filmed underwater in the Mediterranean Sea, a very rare event. The video was taken by a diver removing abandoned fishing gear near the Strait of Sicily.
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Great white sharks live in the Mediterranean, but underwater sightings are very rare.
Diver Derk Remmers recorded the shark while working to clear abandoned fishing nets.
The dive took place off the Strait of Sicily in June 2026.
Remmers was part of the Healthy Seas foundation, which removes harmful fishing gear from the ocean.
Abandoned fishing nets can trap sea animals like turtles.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature calls the great white shark "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean since 2016.
Remmers said the encounter showed how important it is to protect marine life from human threats.
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A strong earthquake measuring 7.8 hit the southern Philippines near Mindanao island. The quake caused at least 32 deaths and damaged many buildings. Rescue work was made harder by several strong aftershocks.
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The earthquake’s strength was 7.8 on the Richter scale.
It happened near the southern island of Mindanao in the Philippines.
At least 32 people died because of the earthquake.
Many buildings collapsed after the quake.
Several strong aftershocks followed the main earthquake.
Rescue teams faced difficulties due to these aftershocks.
The disaster affected the local communities in southern Philippines.
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