Extreme heat in India is causing poor outdoor workers to lose income and suffer health problems. Research shows that heat reduces their ability to work, leading to wage losses of up to 9% and worsening poverty for millions in the informal job sector.
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Outdoor workers in India lost nearly 9% of their salary in 2024 due to extreme heat.
Workers in physically demanding jobs like agriculture and construction lost an average of 6.6% of their income.
In Rajasthan, workers lost 8.3% of their income due to prolonged heatwaves and extreme temperatures.
India’s informal sector has about 550 million workers, who lost around 21 working days per year because of heat.
The heat causes illness, reduced work capacity, and temporary workplace closures, all reducing work hours.
Many informal workers cannot take breaks or stop working even when sick, as they risk losing wages.
Poor access to water, shade, sanitation, and medical support worsens workers’ conditions.
The economic cost of extreme heat in India could reach £58 billion (2% of GDP) because of lower productivity and health impacts.
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African governments are working to protect dangerous materials used in healthcare, industry, and research as their economies grow. The Africa Shield 2026 workshop in Tunisia brought officials together to improve security measures for these materials and prevent their misuse.
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Africa’s economies are expanding and using more chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) materials.
CBRN materials include those used in cancer treatment, manufacturing, mining, and laboratories.
Poor regulation or theft of CBRN materials can lead to criminal or harmful uses.
Africa Shield is a program that helps African countries improve safety and security around CBRN materials.
The Africa Shield 2026 workshop gathered over 100 officials from law enforcement, military, and government.
The program supports the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540, aiming to stop non-state actors from getting weapons of mass destruction.
Africa Shield focuses on preventing risks through better border control, export monitoring, and emergency preparedness.
The workshop encourages countries to share knowledge and strengthen partnerships for better security.
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People in Gaza and the West Bank celebrated Spain’s win in the World Cup. They watched games on screens, cheered in stadiums, and took to the streets to mark Spain’s victory and to show their appreciation for Spain’s support of Palestine.
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Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup win.
They gathered around screens and cheered during the games.
Many went out to the streets to join in the celebration.
Some also showed support in stadiums.
The celebrations reflected gratitude for the Spanish government’s support of Palestine.
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The US military has started a new round of strikes against Iran after a US service member died in Iraq. These strikes are part of ongoing actions by the US Central Command and have been happening for several nights.
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US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced new strikes on Iran.
The strikes began at 7 p.m. Eastern Time on the reported day.
This marks the ninth night in a row that US strikes have targeted Iran.
The actions followed the death of a US service member in Iraq.
CENTCOM says the strikes aim to reduce Iran’s military capabilities.
The situation involves US military operations in the Middle East.
The US is responding to attacks linked to Iran in the region.
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The US military launched its ninth night of strikes against Iran-related targets following the death of another American service member in Iraq. Tensions have increased in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments, pushing oil prices above $90 a barrel amid fears of wider conflict.
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A US service member died in northern Iraq during the disposal of unexploded ordnance from an Iranian drone.
This marks the third US military death in recent days related to ongoing conflict with Iran.
The US has conducted nine nights of strikes targeting Iranian interests.
An oil tanker caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, though the cause is unclear.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on oil tankers and an enemy command center in Syria.
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Israel expressed concerns about the conflict spreading regionally.
The US has reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports to stop oil exports.
Brent crude oil prices rose to over $90 per barrel due to the instability in the region.
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The United States has carried out air strikes on Iran for nine nights in a row, targeting multiple cities along Iran’s southern coast. These attacks come amid rising conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz and follow the death of three U.S. soldiers in recent days.
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The US military says the strikes aim to weaken Iranian forces attacking ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Explosions were reported in several Iranian cities including Sirik, Jask, Tabriz, Chabahar, Mahshahr, and Imam Khomeini.
Iranian state media report that Iran has launched retaliatory missile strikes against US military targets in the region.
Kuwait and Bahrain have detected threats from drones and missiles linked to the conflict.
Kuwait’s desalination plant was hit by an attack for the second day, causing a fire.
Both the US and Iran have targeted shipping traffic near the Strait of Hormuz, with the US enforcing a naval blockade.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said some ships tried to cross the strait via unsafe routes, with two forced to turn back and two involved in accidents.
Since fighting escalated in late February after US and Israeli attacks on Iran, 17 US soldiers have died and over 420 have been wounded. The conflict has caused thousands of deaths mostly in Iran and Lebanon.
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Norway opened a new memorial in Oslo to honor the 77 victims of the 2011 terror attacks carried out by Anders Breivik. The memorial features a large artwork of a bird native to Utoeya island, where most victims died, and serves as a reminder of the attack and a stand against far-right extremism.
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The terror attack happened on July 22, 2011, when Anders Breivik first used a car bomb in Oslo and then shot 69 people at a youth camp on Utoeya island.
77 people were killed in total, most of them teenagers from the Norwegian Labour Party’s youth group.
The new memorial is called "Upholding" and includes a 12-meter high stone mosaic of a local bird, set in a blue steel frame.
The memorial is located near the government district in Oslo, close to where the car bomb exploded.
Names of all 77 victims are engraved on the memorial.
Survivors, relatives, government officials, and Crown Prince Haakon attended the opening ceremony.
Anders Breivik was sentenced in 2012 to 21 years in prison, Norway’s maximum sentence, which can be extended if he remains a threat.
Breivik has challenged parts of his imprisonment but recently failed to win parole or legal claims about his treatment.
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Los Angeles County has extended a $41 million contract to keep two special firefighting planes called "Super Scoopers" ready to fight wildfires. These planes are known worldwide and there are only about 160 of them in operation.
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Los Angeles County renewed a $41 million contract for two aerial water bombers.
The planes are nicknamed "Super Scoopers."
Only about 160 "Super Scooper" planes are in use worldwide.
These planes help fight wildfires by dropping large amounts of water.
"Super Scoopers" have been used for many decades in firefighting efforts.
The contract keeps these planes available for wildfire emergencies.
The article was reported by Ian Lee for CBS News.
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U.S. Marshals arrested social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami. British authorities have an ongoing case against them with new accusations from four additional alleged victims.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami by U.S. Marshals on Saturday.
The arrest is connected to an existing case in the United Kingdom.
Four new alleged victims in the U.K. have come forward.
The accusations include rape, sex trafficking, assault, and child pornography.
The Tate brothers are social media influencers.
British authorities are leading the investigation into these crimes.
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Gas prices are increasing as conflict between the U.S. and Iran gets worse. Attacks between the two countries and less ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz are causing the rise in prices.
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The U.S. and Iran have started attacking each other again.
Fighting has increased near the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Less ship traffic is moving through this important waterway.
The reduced shipping is affecting the supply of oil.
As a result, gas prices are going up.
The situation is causing concern about energy supplies.
The conflict impacts not only these countries but global fuel costs.
News coverage is coming from CBS News and reported by Lindsey Reiser.
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The US military has conducted its ninth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iran, aiming to reduce Iran’s ability to attack ships near the Strait of Hormuz. These strikes followed recent deaths of US troops in Iraq and Jordan linked to Iranian drone and missile attacks.
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The US began a ninth night of strikes on Iran to weaken its military capabilities used against commercial ships.
One US service member died in Iraq during a controlled explosion of an unexploded Iranian drone.
Two US troops were killed in Jordan and another went missing after Iranian missile and drone attacks.
Iran reported that 50 people have died and more than 500 were injured from US strikes over the past three weeks.
The Israeli military reported false alarms of sirens in southern Israel recently.
Bahrain, hosting the US Fifth Fleet, sounded air raid sirens amid ongoing tensions and Iranian attacks.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed they launched a surprise attack on a command center in Syria as retaliation.
Kuwait and Bahrain have been frequently targeted by Iranian attacks in the Gulf region despite ceasefire agreements.
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Andy Burnham will become the new UK prime minister on Monday and plans to start a new era of government with more public ownership and efforts to ease the cost of living. Spain won the World Cup final against Argentina with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal in extra time.
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Andy Burnham is set to become UK prime minister on Monday.
Burnham plans to increase public ownership of key industries like the National Lottery, Thames Water, and local buses.
His first speech will include promises to help reduce the cost of living.
Burnham will start appointing his Cabinet soon after officially accepting the role.
Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 against Argentina in extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the goal.
President Donald Trump attended the World Cup final and faced boos from some fans.
Some politicians have criticized Burnham for lacking a clear government plan and mandate.
Burnham aims to reshape government spending and has begun talks to restructure leadership at 10 Downing Street.
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Ukraine is facing growing violence as its military struggles to recruit enough soldiers amid the ongoing war with Russia. Recruiters and soldiers searching for draft dodgers have been attacked multiple times, leading to injuries and public unrest.
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Vasyl Krupych, a Ukrainian soldier and veteran, was attacked and badly beaten by civilians while looking for draft evaders.
There have been over 600 assaults on recruitment officers reported this year, with some incidents becoming violent and aggressive.
In April, several recruiters were stabbed, including one fatal attack.
In Lviv, about 200 protesters surrounded officers trying to detain a suspected draft dodger and damaged a police car.
President Zelensky condemned violence against soldiers but a recent change in Defence Minister may slow efforts to fix recruitment problems.
Fear of frontline combat and frustration over the prolonged war are causing many men to avoid conscription.
The Ukrainian military uses "busification"—sending patrols to collect men forcibly when extra soldiers are urgently needed.
Human Rights officials have documented thousands of complaints against recruiters for abuse and illegal detentions, worsening tensions.
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By lunchtime today, the UK will have its fifth prime minister in four years, with Andy Burnham set to take office. Burnham aims to lead differently from recent leaders and focus on issues like the cost of living and energy bills.
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The UK has had five prime ministers in four years: Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer, and now Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham will officially become the prime minister today.
Burnham plans to continue a leadership style similar to when he was mayor of Greater Manchester.
Keir Starmer will step down and give a farewell speech before meeting the King to resign.
Key cabinet appointments will be announced, including a minister focused on artificial intelligence.
Important cabinet roles like chancellor and home secretary will be appointed soon.
Burnham’s government will focus on immediate issues such as the cost of living and energy bills.
Burnham may try new ways to communicate with the public, including question and answer sessions.
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A U.S. soldier died in northern Iraq while safely detonating unexploded explosives from an Iranian drone. The death is part of ongoing fighting between the U.S. and Iran, which has intensified after a ceasefire collapsed, leading to attacks and counterattacks in the Gulf region.
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The soldier died on July 18 during a controlled explosion of leftover explosives from a downed Iranian drone.
Another U.S. service member was slightly injured in the same incident.
This brings the total U.S. military deaths in the conflict with Iran to 17 since February 28.
Iran and the U.S. have been attacking each other for eight consecutive nights.
Iran uses low-cost "Shahed" drones for attacks; these drones cost about $30,000 each but are hard to stop.
The U.S. attacked sites inside Iran, including near a nuclear plant under construction.
Iran retaliated with drone attacks on U.S. bases in Kuwait, and Bahrain and Jordan intercepted Iranian missiles.
The conflict has caused many deaths and disrupted global energy supplies.
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A fast-moving wildfire in southern France near Draguignan forced about 150 people to leave their homes. More than 600 firefighters and several water-dropping aircraft worked to control the fire, which burned nearly 200 hectares and damaged or destroyed multiple homes.
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The wildfire occurred in the Var region near the town of Draguignan.
Strong winds and dry plants helped the fire spread quickly.
About 10 homes burned fully, and nine others were damaged.
One firefighter was slightly injured while fighting the fire.
Around 615 firefighters, five Canadair water bombers, four helicopters, and two other aircraft helped fight the blaze.
The fire burned about 200 hectares (nearly 500 acres) before it was mostly contained.
Authorities evacuated 150 people and provided shelter in a community hall and school.
Roads and train services in affected areas were temporarily closed due to the fire.
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A farmer in Colombia tried to stop growing coca, the plant used to make cocaine, by joining a government program designed to help farmers switch to legal crops. However, due to lack of promised support and challenges like floods and poor roads, many farmers, including him, have returned to growing coca, which remains widely cultivated in Colombia.
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Perea, a Colombian farmer, stopped growing coca and planted legal crops like cassava and plantain.
He joined a government crop substitution program aiming to help farmers abandon coca cultivation.
The program promised financial aid and technical support but failed to deliver fully.
Difficult conditions like poor roads and frequent floods made selling legal crops hard.
Coca cultivation in Colombia is at record levels, covering over 250,000 hectares.
About 70% of the world’s cocaine supply comes from Colombia’s coca plants.
The substitution program (PNIS) was created as part of a 2016 peace deal with the Farc guerrilla group.
Many farmers say the government treated them poorly and did not live up to its promises.
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President Donald Trump arrived at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina by helicopter. His daughter Ivanka shared a video showing the helicopter flying over the stadium just before the game started.
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The event was the final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The teams playing were Spain and Argentina.
President Trump traveled to the event on Marine One, the official presidential helicopter.
Ivanka Trump posted a video showing the helicopter flying over the stadium.
The stadium is located in the New York/New Jersey area.
The video was taken shortly before the match began.
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Anderson Cooper reports on the annual migration of millions of monarch butterflies from Mexico northward in spring. The butterflies spend the winter in high-altitude forests in Mexico and face challenges like weather during their journey.
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Monarch butterflies migrate south to Mexico in fall and return north in spring.
Millions of butterflies roost in pine and fir trees at about 11,000 feet elevation.
The migration is natural and mysterious because butterflies follow a path they have never traveled before.
Filming the migration took three years of planning and depended heavily on weather conditions.
In 2025, cloudy and cold weather initially kept the butterflies grounded.
When the sun finally came out, millions of monarchs took flight, revealing their orange wing colors.
The butterfly reserve is closed to tourists during the roosting period to protect the butterflies.
Guide Court Whelan described the monarch migration as one of the most impressive animal gatherings he has seen.
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