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CBS News recently fired Scott Pelley, a longtime reporter for the news program "60 Minutes." This decision has caused many journalists to question CBS’s approach, especially since "60 Minutes" has been a top-rated show for many years.
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Scott Pelley, a longtime correspondent for "60 Minutes," was recently fired by CBS News.
"60 Minutes" has led TV ratings for many years, making its future uncertain after this change.
CBS News leaders are defending their decision to remove Pelley.
Many journalists and media critics are worried about the network’s overall strategy.
The news comes during ongoing changes and turmoil within CBS News.
The discussion about the firing took place on a show called "Scoop" on FRANCE 24.
The situation is seen as unusual since major staff changes usually happen at shows that are doing poorly.
Susie Banikarim, a Columbia Journalism Review columnist, spoke about this issue on "Scoop."
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Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, saying developing countries have become more important in the global economy while Western countries' share has decreased. He criticized Western sanctions on Russia, claiming they hurt the global economy and trust in currencies like the dollar and euro.
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Putin said Western sanctions on Russia damage the global financial system.
He claimed freezing Russian assets abroad lowers trust in the dollar and euro.
Putin mentioned increasing debt in Western countries harms global trust in their institutions.
He described a shift from a world led by a few countries to a more complex, multipolar global order.
The St. Petersburg Forum is Russia’s version of the World Economic Forum, used to highlight Russia’s economy and attract investment.
Western leaders and business people mostly stayed away due to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Leaders from countries like Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Tanzania, and China attended the forum.
Putin said Russia has taken steps to control inflation and avoid economic collapse despite sanctions.
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Two teenagers have been found guilty of murdering 16-year-old Kayden Moy on Irvine Beach in Scotland after a fight between rival groups. The young men, members of a gang, stabbed Moy, who was unarmed, leading to his death in hospital.
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Kayden Moy, 16, was stabbed to death on Irvine Beach on May 17, 2025.
Jay Stewart, 18, and a 15-year-old boy were found guilty of murder; a third teenager, Cole Turley, 18, pleaded guilty before the trial.
The three were members of the Murray Boys gang; Moy belonged to a rival group called Himshie.
The attack followed an earlier fight between the rival groups that day.
Stewart and the 15-year-old chased Moy, who slipped and was then stabbed by Turley.
Moy was not armed and tried to run away before the stabbing.
The attackers showed no regret, as they were seen hugging and shaking hands shortly after the crime.
After the stabbing, they took a taxi back to their hometown, East Kilbride.
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Ships from China and Taiwan had a tense stand-off near the Pratas Islands in the South China Sea, where both sides claim control. Taiwan’s coast guard told a Chinese ship to leave after it entered waters Taiwan says are restricted, but the Chinese vessel ignored the warnings and entered the area.
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A Chinese coast guard ship was detected about four miles outside the restricted area around the Pratas Islands controlled by Taiwan.
Taiwan’s patrol boat sailed alongside the Chinese ship and ordered it to leave by radio.
The Chinese ship increased speed and made a sharp turn into Taiwan’s restricted waters despite warnings.
Taiwan says only its coast guard has legal authority to enforce law in these waters around the Dongsha (Pratas) Islands.
The Pratas Islands are claimed by both China and Taiwan, but Taiwan currently controls and administers them.
China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has not ruled out using force to unify, while Taiwan maintains its own government and military.
Chinese maritime activity near Taiwan’s islands has increased recently and is seen as “gray-zone” tactics—actions that create tension but stop short of open conflict.
This incident follows recent Chinese research and fishing vessels coming close to Taiwan’s waters, leading to similar warnings from Taiwan’s coast guard.
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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station were told to stay inside their spacecraft and get ready to leave because of a growing air leak in the Russian section. The Russian crew is working to fix the leak while the other astronauts prepare for a possible emergency.
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There is an air leak on the International Space Station in the Russian part.
Four astronauts from Nasa’s Crew-12 mission were ordered to get into their spacecraft, called Crew Dragon.
The Crew-12 mission includes two US astronauts, one French astronaut, and one Russian cosmonaut.
The order to enter the spacecraft and wear spacesuits came from Nasa mission control at 9:04 am Eastern time.
The astronauts prepared for a possible emergency evacuation if the leak worsened.
The Russian crew is working to fix the air leak.
The situation is being closely monitored by Nasa and mission control teams.
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Ceasefires have been declared between Israel and Lebanon, Iran and the U.S., and Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but attacks and strikes continue in these regions. Experts explain that ceasefires are usually temporary pauses in fighting meant to allow negotiations, and they often lack strong enforcement, which leads to frequent violations without immediate consequences.
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Israel and Lebanon announced a new ceasefire after a prior truce from April 16, yet Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon continue.
Iran and the U.S. have had a ceasefire since April 8, but they still exchange attacks that have become more intense recently.
Iran has launched missiles and drones at Gulf states like the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain, accusing them of supporting U.S. attacks.
Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza on October 10, 2025, but Israel’s bombings continue, including a recent strike killing nine people.
Ceasefires are typically political agreements and not strong legal contracts, so violations often go unpunished.
Peace treaties are different; they are more binding and include enforcement mechanisms, but ceasefires only pause fighting temporarily.
The U.S. acts as the main mediator for ceasefires involving Israel, with little international pressure on Washington regarding violations.
The UN Security Council supported the Gaza ceasefire plan, but enforcement is difficult because the U.S. can veto sanctions against itself or Israel.
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Laverne Cox, the first openly transgender actress nominated for a major Emmy award, talked about her difficult childhood and how she worked through her trauma. She shared her healing process and her success in acting during an interview on CBS Mornings.
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Laverne Cox was the first openly transgender actress nominated for a primetime Emmy.
She received the nomination for her role in the TV show "Orange is the New Black."
Before becoming successful, Cox nearly left the acting world.
She discussed her childhood trauma in an interview.
Cox described how she went through a healing journey.
Her story was shared on CBS Mornings.
The interview aimed to highlight both her struggles and achievements.
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Russia launched hundreds of drone attacks on Ukraine, killing seven people and destroying a factory that makes milk products for children. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked Russian President Vladimir Putin for a direct meeting to discuss solutions to the ongoing conflict.
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Russia fired hundreds of drones at Ukraine between Thursday night and Friday morning.
The attacks killed seven people in Ukraine.
A factory producing milk products for children was destroyed in the strikes.
Both Russia and Ukraine have increased drone attacks on each other recently.
The war between Russia and Ukraine is now in its fifth year.
US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war are stalled due to conflicts in the Middle East.
President Zelensky sent an open letter to President Putin proposing a meeting between the two leaders.
Zelensky said only the leaders can solve the main issues of the conflict.
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French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu called a meeting with top ministers after an 11-year-old girl named Lyhanna went missing in Fleurance, southern France. The incident raised concerns because the suspect, the father of one of her classmates, had previous complaints of sexual abuse against children but was not stopped earlier.
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Lyhanna, an 11-year-old girl, disappeared after leaving her middle school on May 29.
The disappearance happened in the small town of Fleurance, in southern France.
The main suspect arrested is the father of one of Lyhanna’s classmates.
This suspect had prior complaints for sexual assault involving children.
French officials say there were missed chances to intervene earlier in the case.
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu summoned the interior minister and justice minister to discuss the situation.
The case has caused public outcry and criticism of the French judicial system.
The government is reviewing the handling of this case to prevent future mistakes.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said that after being beaten in battle, Iran's enemies are now trying to weaken the country by causing fights among its people. He urged everyone to stay united and warned that actions causing fear or sadness help the enemy.
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Iran's enemies were defeated on the battlefield but continue to pose threats.
These enemies now try to create divisions within Iran's population.
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei spoke out on this issue in a message on Thursday.
Khamenei called for national unity against these internal and external threats.
He said that causing despair or frustration among the public helps the enemy’s goals.
The statement focuses on strengthening public resilience in Iran.
The message was shared by France 24 on June 5, 2026.
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The United States has imposed new sanctions on Cuba's current president and several members of the Castro family. The sanctions target close relatives of former Cuban president Raul Castro, who remains influential despite not holding an official government role.
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The U.S. announced new sanctions against Cuba’s president and some of his immediate family members.
Members of the Castro family, including Raul Castro’s son and grandson, are also targeted.
Raul Castro is a former president but still an important power figure in Cuba.
These sanctions are part of ongoing U.S. efforts to put pressure on Cuba’s communist government.
The announcement was made by the U.S. government in Washington on June 5, 2026.
The measures reflect continuing tensions between the U.S. and Cuba.
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The article highlights six major stories from May covering topics around the world. These include challenges faced by Wendy’s in the fast-food industry, digital abuse targeting women activists in China, adults reflecting on life without children, economic and social struggles in the UK, progress in Ukraine against Russia, and generational changes in Cuba.
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Wendy’s is facing declining sales and a drop in its stock price, struggling to stay relevant among competitors.
Women activists in China exposing government repression are being targeted with deepfake AI pornography to intimidate and silence them.
Adults in their 50s who chose not to have children share their experiences, challenging assumptions about regret later in life.
The UK shows signs of economic slowdown and infrastructure problems, despite its strong cultural symbols and global influence.
Ukraine is making progress in its conflict against Russia.
Young people in Cuba are looking toward the United States, revealing a shift in attitudes across generations.
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A father from California shared a video showing how fast a toddler slipped into a backyard pool while playing. He quickly rescued his daughter, who was not hurt, and highlighted the need for constant supervision around water to prevent accidents.
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The incident happened on May 17, 2026, in Bakersfield, California.
The 23-month-old girl slipped head-first into the pool while reaching for a toy.
Her father reacted immediately and saved her without panic.
The toddler held her breath safely and recovered quickly after the fall.
Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death among children under 15 in the U.S.
About 357 children die each year from pool or spa accidents, mostly at home.
The father shared the video on Instagram to raise awareness about water safety.
He advised parents to stay calm, be prepared, and allow children to experience supervised risks.
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Fally Ipupa, a famous singer from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), was honored with the National Order of the Leopard, one of the country's highest awards. The award recognizes his work in promoting Congolese rumba music and culture worldwide.
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Fally Ipupa began his career about 30 years ago and has millions of fans globally.
He was made a knight of the National Order of the Leopard by the DR Congo president.
This award is given only to highly respected public figures in DR Congo.
The award was announced on state TV by a government spokeswoman.
Fally Ipupa recently became the first African artist to have a number one album in France.
He sold out the 80,000-seat Stade de France in Paris two days in a row.
Fally Ipupa is known for encouraging young people to work hard and follow their dreams.
Despite his success, his career included challenges like a deadly crowd accident and political controversy over paid song mentions.
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India's Cockroach Janta Party is a new political movement that speaks for many young people frustrated with the government. The party calls for more government accountability, and experts say it reflects the disappointment of young Indians and offers lessons for traditional opposition parties.
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The Cockroach Janta Party is a recent political movement in India.
It mainly represents the frustrations of young people in the country.
The party demands greater government accountability.
Saurav Das is a spokesperson for the movement.
Political scientist Christophe Jaffrelot says young Indians feel disillusioned with current politics.
The movement has gained attention for its viral presence.
It provides ideas and challenges for other opposition parties in India.
The movement is part of a broader wave of youth political engagement in India.
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Israel has kept attacking southern Lebanon despite a new ceasefire deal arranged by the United States. The strikes have caused deaths and damage in several towns, while Hezbollah, a Lebanese armed group, has also launched attacks against Israeli positions.
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Israel launched air and drone strikes on multiple towns in southern Lebanon, killing at least five people.
Attacks hit homes, roads, and buildings, including areas near a hospital.
The Israeli military issued forced displacement orders for nine towns and villages.
Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal announced by President Trump’s administration, fighting has continued.
Over 600 people have died in recent weeks during Israeli strikes in Lebanon, and Israel controls about one-fifth of Lebanese territory in the south.
Hezbollah rejected the ceasefire deal and carried out rocket and shell attacks on Israeli military targets.
Lebanon’s Prime Minister criticized Iran and Hezbollah for using Lebanon as a bargaining tool in wider Middle East negotiations.
Israeli officials, including the defense minister, say their military campaign will continue, and Prime Minister Netanyahu had not yet approved the ceasefire’s implementation.
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A mother experienced sharp pain in her breast and initially thought it was a muscle injury. After several scans and tests, she was diagnosed with grade one breast cancer and is now awaiting treatment, including surgery and radiotherapy.
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The woman is a mother of four and runs her household largely on her own.
She first noticed a sharp pain in her right breast area after a workout.
She tried changing her bra thinking it might be causing the pain.
After 10 days of persistent pain, she saw a doctor who ordered a mammogram and ultrasound.
The mammogram showed nothing, but the ultrasound revealed a lump believed to be a cyst.
A later scan found a second lump, both biopsied, revealing breast cancer.
She was told it is grade one cancer, considered less aggressive.
She is waiting for further test results and plans to have surgery and radiotherapy.
Her husband is often deployed but plans to support her when surgery is scheduled.
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The UK and the EU are working on a summit to improve their relationship, possibly in July, though it might be delayed to after summer. Talks focus on allowing young people to travel more freely between the UK and EU, as well as issues with trade rules and emissions.
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The summit aims to "reset" UK-EU relations and could happen in mid-July but may be postponed until autumn.
Youth mobility—a plan for under-30s to travel on a three-year visa—is a major point of discussion and concern.
EU ministers see youth mobility as an important investment in the future and a priority issue.
The UK wants to cap the number of EU youth visitors at 40,000 to 50,000 annually.
The EU insists that students from the EU studying in the UK pay local UK tuition fees, causing disagreement.
Talks also cover trade complications related to food, drinks, and carbon emissions.
UK and EU officials say the relationship has improved and express optimism about reaching an agreement.
Both sides feel pressure as there is no set deadline, and secrecy around talks makes progress harder.
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Two Romanian men have been found guilty of stabbing Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati in Wimbledon in March 2024. The attack was linked to the Iranian regime and aimed to silence Zeraati, who criticizes the Iranian government through his work on Iran International TV.
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Pouria Zeraati was stabbed three times in the thigh near his home in Wimbledon.
Nandito Badea, 21, used the knife, while George Stana, 25, drove the getaway car.
A third man, David Andrei, allegedly helped hold Zeraati during the attack but was not on trial due to extradition issues.
The attackers fled to Switzerland hours after the stabbing.
Zeraati is a journalist critical of the Iranian government and had “Wanted: dead or alive” posters in Tehran.
Police believe the attack was ordered by the Iranian regime as a warning to others.
Over £80,000 was paid into accounts linked to the attackers, traced to a British-Iranian individual not charged.
Counter Terrorism Policing is investigating and working to prevent similar attacks in the UK.
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Jenan Habash and her two daughters have been living in a tent at a displacement camp near Beirut for three months. The camp has about 175 tents and lacks basic facilities like running water and sanitation.
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The displacement camp is located on the Beirut waterfront.
There are approximately 175 tents in the camp.
The camp does not have running water or proper sanitation.
Jenan Habash is a single mother from Baalbek who fled her home.
She has two daughters aged 5 and 10.
The living conditions raise concerns about the safety and health of the residents.
The camp is a result of displacement due to conflict or crisis in the region.
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