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Peter Frampton, a famous guitarist and singer, performed his new song "Buried Treasure" on CBS News Saturday Sessions. This is part of his first album with new songs in 16 years, called "Carry the Light."
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Peter Frampton is known for hit songs like "Show Me the Way" and "Do You Feel Like I Do."
He has won multiple Grammy Awards.
"Carry the Light" is his first album of original music in 16 years.
The song "Buried Treasure" was performed on CBS News Saturday Sessions.
CBS News promotes the performance through its app and website.
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Prime Video will release several new shows and movies in June 2026. Key releases include Season 5 of "Clarkson's Farm," Season 4 of the animated "The Legend of Vox Machina," the series "Every Year After," the movie "Your Fault: London," and the series "See You at Work Tomorrow!"
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"Clarkson's Farm" Season 5 will have 8 episodes released in parts on June 3, 10, and 17.
"The Legend of Vox Machina" Season 4 will release three episodes each week starting June 3.
"Every Year After," based on Carley Fortune's novel, will debut all 8 episodes on June 10.
"Your Fault: London," a sequel to "My Fault: London," premieres on June 17.
"See You at Work Tomorrow!" stars Park Ji-hyun and Seo In-guk, releasing June 22.
The shows cover a mix of genres including farming documentary-style, animated fantasy, romance, and workplace drama.
Prime Video is spreading out releases through the month to keep viewers engaged.
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The Barbican in London is a famous example of brutalist architecture, known for its large concrete buildings and cultural spaces. A millennial couple, Luke Kaluzny and his husband, chose to live there because they appreciate the design and community, enjoying the estate's unique features like car-free walkways and private gardens.
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The Barbican is a large complex in London with concrete towers, cultural venues, and gardens.
Brutalist architecture uses raw concrete and geometric shapes and has become popular again recently.
Social media has helped younger people appreciate brutalist buildings as stylish and important.
Luke Kaluzny and his husband moved into the Barbican in 2025 because of its architectural beauty and personal meaning.
The Barbican was designed by Chamberlin, Powell and Bon and finished in 1982.
The estate has shops, theaters, galleries, cafes, and a library, offering many conveniences to residents.
Cars are parked underground, allowing safe, quiet pedestrian areas above.
Residents can access private green spaces with a “magic key,” including peaceful brick “igloos” for relaxing.
The community includes people of all ages and many professions, drawn by the Barbican’s unique style and culture.
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Israeli soldiers have crossed the Litani River in southern Lebanon for the first time since 2006 and are now near Nabatieh, an important city in the region. This military move comes amid ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, with peace talks happening at the same time.
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Israeli forces crossed the Litani River, previously considered the edge of their buffer zone in Lebanon.
Israeli troops are near Nabatieh, a major city important for southern Lebanon’s economy and culture.
Nabatieh is known for its historical resistance against Israeli attacks.
Israel has ordered evacuations in at least 10 Lebanese villages near the fighting.
More than 1.2 million people in Lebanon have been displaced by the conflict.
Israeli air attacks continue, with at least 14 people killed recently in southern Lebanon.
Lebanon and Israel are holding direct talks, facilitated by the United States, to try to end the war.
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam are working to strengthen efforts toward peace and a ceasefire.
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A United Airlines flight from Chicago to Minneapolis was redirected to Madison, Wisconsin, after a passenger tried to break into the cockpit. The passenger was held by police at the Madison airport, and the flight resumed to Minneapolis without injuries.
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The flight was United Airlines Flight 2005 traveling from Chicago to Minneapolis.
An unruly passenger attempted to breach the cockpit late on Friday.
The plane landed safely in Madison, Wisconsin, due to the security concern.
Police detained the passenger at Dane County Regional Airport in Madison.
The FBI and local law enforcement responded to the situation.
After the passenger was controlled, the flight continued to Minneapolis early Saturday.
There were 147 passengers and 6 crew members on board, with no reported injuries.
Aircraft hijackings in the US have been rare since the 2001 terrorist attacks.
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The original Bramley apple tree, planted over 200 years ago in Nottinghamshire, UK, is now at risk after the garden where it grows was sold by Nottingham Trent University to private owners. Campaigners who wanted to turn the site into a heritage center are disappointed, but the university says it will support the new owners in caring for the tree.
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The original Bramley apple tree was planted between 1809 and 1815 in Southwell, Nottinghamshire.
This tree produced saplings that led to millions of Bramley apple trees worldwide.
Nottingham Trent University owned the garden but sold it to the owners of a neighboring cottage.
Campaigners had raised £14,000 to buy the cottage and protect the tree as a heritage site.
The new owners have promised to care for the tree and maintain public access for events.
Nottingham Trent University says it has included measures in the sale to ensure the tree’s preservation.
Bramley apples are one of the UK’s most popular cooking apples, with around 83,000 tonnes grown annually.
The tree is older than expected and has outlived its normal lifespan, needing special care.
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Robert Redfield, the former head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said the current Ebola outbreak may become the second-largest in history. He noted that it is already the third-largest Ebola outbreak worldwide.
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Robert Redfield is a former CDC director.
He spoke about the ongoing Ebola outbreak on Friday.
The outbreak could become the second-largest Ebola epidemic ever recorded.
Currently, it is already the third-largest Ebola outbreak in the world.
The largest Ebola outbreak happened before the current one.
Redfield shared his warning during an interview with NewsNation.
The information was also reported by The Hill’s broadcast partner.
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Foreign workers in South Africa are experiencing violence and protests from groups against immigrants. Shops owned by people from other countries have been attacked as some local people express anger about losing jobs.
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Violence is targeting foreign workers in South Africa.
Anti-immigrant groups are involved in the protests.
Shops owned by foreign nationals have been ransacked.
Local people are upset about unemployment.
The protests show frustration towards immigrants living and working in South Africa.
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Botswana is facing medicine shortages in public healthcare after its diamond industry crashed, causing economic problems. Many people cannot afford essential drugs, and the government has declared a health emergency. The drop in diamond prices has hurt the country’s economy and increased unemployment.
Key Facts
Botswana relies heavily on diamonds, which make up 80% of its exports.
Diamond prices have fallen 60% in four years, reducing Botswana’s wealth.
The economy shrank by 3% in 2024 and 1% in 2023, according to the IMF.
Public healthcare, which is supposed to be free, now faces drug shortages and higher costs.
The Central Medical Stores agency is blamed for drug price increases and corruption.
Unemployment rose to 21% as the economy worsened.
Botswana was once one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, helped by diamond wealth.
Rising fuel prices caused by conflicts in the Middle East also threaten Botswana’s economy.
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Federal wildlife inspectors found many animal welfare problems at a Miami zoo owned by Mario Tabraue, a convicted drug trafficker featured in the Netflix show Tiger King. The zoo had unsafe animal enclosures, bad hygiene, and harmful situations that led to an endangered leopard losing a leg and a capybara dying.
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The Miami zoo is called Zoological Wildlife Foundation (ZWF) and is owned by Mario Tabraue, a convicted drug trafficker.
Inspectors found unsafe, dirty cages and food and water contaminated with algae and dead insects.
An endangered clouded leopard had a leg amputated after being injured by a male leopard during breeding attempts.
A female capybara died after being housed with a male capybara that likely killed her during mating.
The USDA cited these incidents as violations of the Animal Welfare Act, which requires animals housed together to be compatible.
The zoo charges $1,500 an hour for offsite animal "field trips" featuring exotic species.
Animal welfare groups have called for the zoo to close due to the dangerous and harmful conditions for animals.
The USDA ordered the zoo to separate incompatible animals immediately but has not confirmed if they re-inspected.
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WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where a large Ebola outbreak is happening. There are over 1,000 suspected cases and more than 200 confirmed cases, and the outbreak is growing faster than health officials can respond.
Key Facts
The Ebola outbreak is centered in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
There are 1,028 suspected cases of Ebola.
There are 225 confirmed cases of Ebola.
This is the third-largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded.
Health officials say the outbreak is spreading faster than their efforts to control it.
WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is personally visiting the affected area.
The visit aims to support efforts to contain the virus and coordinate response activities.
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The war involving the US, Israel, and Iran has caused problems in the Philippines, including shortages of oil and gas due to the closing of the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has also caused divisions among Muslim communities in the Bangsamoro region, where scholars disagree over the war, Iran’s role, and the Palestinian issue.
Key Facts
The US and Israel are at war with Iran, impacting global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
The Philippines declared a state of emergency due to shortages of oil and liquified petroleum gas.
Protests have occurred in the Philippines because of rising prices caused by the conflict.
Muslim communities in the Bangsamoro region are divided over support for Iran and its actions.
Some scholars back Iran’s retaliation, linking it to support for Palestinians and Muslim dignity.
Other scholars oppose Iran, highlighting sectarian differences between Shia and Sunni Muslims.
The Abraham Accords, which made peace between Israel and some Arab countries, increased divides among local scholars on the Palestinian issue.
External political and religious ideas from Gulf countries influence local Muslim leaders, creating tension in the region.
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Senior military officials from the U.S. and Cuba met in person near Guantanamo Bay for the first time. They said their talks about security were positive and agreed to keep talking despite political disagreements.
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U.S. and Cuban military leaders met face-to-face near Guantanamo Bay.
This was the first meeting of its kind between both sides.
The discussions focused on security issues.
Both sides described the meeting as positive.
They agreed to continue communication in the future.
Political differences between the U.S. and Cuba remain.
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Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam accused Israel of using a "scorched-earth policy" following new airstrikes in southern Lebanon. Despite a ceasefire agreed on April 17 between Israel and Hezbollah, fighting continues with both sides blaming each other for violations.
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Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called for a fast ceasefire amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon.
Salam said Israel is destroying towns and forcing people to leave, which he called a "scorched-earth policy."
Israeli forces say they have advanced deeper into Lebanon, crossing the Litani River.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah started on April 17 but has not been followed.
Both Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of breaking the ceasefire and continue attacking.
Hezbollah has launched rockets and clashed with Israeli soldiers in several areas.
Israeli military reported over 20 rockets and drones were fired from Lebanon on one day.
The conflict has caused more than 3,371 deaths in Lebanon since March 2.
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Edgar Morin, a well-known French thinker and philosopher, has died at the age of 104. President Emmanuel Macron honored him, describing Morin as a symbol of human kindness, and expressed sympathy to his family.
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Edgar Morin was a famous sociologist and philosopher from France.
He passed away at the age of 104.
President Emmanuel Macron called Morin "humanism personified."
Macron offered condolences to Morin’s family on behalf of the nation.
Morin was considered one of France’s most beloved intellectual figures.
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The Union Baptist Church in Blackfork, Ohio, has been recognized with a historic marker. The church has important ties to the Underground Railroad, which was a secret network that helped enslaved people escape to freedom.
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The Union Baptist Church is located in Blackfork, Ohio.
A congregation meets there every Sunday for worship.
The church played a role in the Underground Railroad.
The Underground Railroad helped enslaved people escape to free states or Canada.
The church has now been honored with a historic marker to recognize its history.
The marker informs visitors about the church’s role in the fight against slavery.
This recognition helps preserve and share the church’s important story.
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The number of suspected Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has surpassed 1,000. The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, visited the outbreak’s center in Bunia to support local efforts to control the disease.
Key Facts
More than 1,000 suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in DR Congo.
Local authorities are working hard to provide protective gear, which is in short supply.
Trust-building with local communities is a key part of the response to control the virus spread.
The WHO Director-General visited Bunia, the Ebola epicenter, to oversee response efforts.
An international NGO, ALIMA, has set up a treatment center in Rwampara to support Ebola patients.
The outbreak is causing social and economic difficulties in the affected regions.
The situation is developing quickly, and authorities are struggling to contain the fast-moving virus.
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The US, UK, and Australia will work together to develop underwater drone technology to protect undersea cables and improve defense. The UK will fund part of the project with £150 million, and the drones are expected to be ready by next year. This effort is part of their Aukus military alliance, aimed at enhancing advanced military capabilities and countering threats in important sea areas.
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The US, UK, and Australia are collaborating on underwater drone (uncrewed undersea vehicle) technology.
The UK will contribute £150 million (about $201 million) to the project.
The drones aim to protect undersea cables and pipelines vital to daily life and conduct defense operations like surveillance and strikes.
This project is the first major effort under Aukus Pillar Two, focusing on advanced military technology like AI and hypersonic missiles.
Aukus is a military pact started in 2021 for sharing nuclear submarine technology and expertise.
The alliance mainly serves to counter China's growing naval activities in the Indo-Pacific region.
The project announcement follows concerns about slow progress in Aukus programs.
The UK has accused Russia of threatening undersea infrastructure, while Chinese ships are suspected of damaging cables near Taiwan and Sweden.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Singapore and spoke about U.S. relations with China. He downplayed previous warnings about China as a threat but emphasized the importance of U.S. security in the Pacific region and the need to maintain a balance of power. Hegseth also supported ongoing U.S. commitment to Taiwan while promoting cooperation with China where possible.
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Hegseth toned down earlier language calling China a threat during his visit to Singapore.
He stressed that the Indo-Pacific region matters deeply to U.S. security and prosperity.
Hegseth said the U.S. respects China’s ambitions but is prepared for military challenges.
The U.S. position on Taiwan remains unchanged, supporting it despite Chinese claims.
This visit followed President Trump’s recent meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Trump called Xi a “great leader” and expressed hopes for a positive future relationship.
Hegseth emphasized preventing any single country, including China, from dominating the Indo-Pacific.
Chinese officials welcomed the idea of “strategic stability” and cooperation with the U.S.
Some U.S. lawmakers criticized the administration for focusing too much on China at the expense of other global commitments.
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